Early release of super through DASP (Departing Australia Superannuation Payment)
Temporary residents who worked and earned super in Australia can claim their super payments once they have left the country.
Early release of super due to having a balance below $200
If you have left your job and left behind a super fund with less than $200 in it, you can withdraw the cash if you don’t want to roll it into another fund.
Accessing super: Reaching preservation age and retiring
If you are itching to retire but not sure if you can start drawing on your super, you need to understand which hoops you need to jump through and when.
Early release of super due to temporary incapacity
If you are temporarily unable to work due to physical or mental ill-health issues, you may be able to access some of your super.
When can I access my super? All conditions of release explained
While super is designed to provide income in retirement, there are circumstances when you may be eligible to withdraw some or all of your savings.
How to prepare for an SMSF auditor and fill in your SMSF tax return
Just because you’ve chosen a DIY fund, doesn’t mean you have to do everything yourself. But if you choose to do most of the work, there are legal hoops to comply with.
SMSFs structures: Corporate or individual trustee?
Corporate trustees are becoming increasingly popular with SMSFs, but an individual trustee structure also has its merits.
Guide to SMSF trust deeds
Before you set out on your SMSF journey, you will need a road map known as a trust deed.
Guide to SMSF audits
An annual audit is one of the necessary chores associated with running an SMSF, but it can save trustees from inadvertent and costly breaches of the rules.
Mind over matter: The psychology of retirement planning
When it comes to complex decisions about our future financial security, we often shoot ourselves in the foot. But a little self-knowledge can go a long way.
Super strategies after losing your spouse: What are the rules?
Deciding whether to take your partner’s super death benefits as a lump sum, pension or a bit of both requires careful planning; the earlier the better.
Super and pension fund performance: Where does your fund rank?
Now updated to 30 September 2021. Have you ever looked at your super fund’s investment returns and wondered how your fund compares with similar funds? Is it a consistently high performer or an inveterate underachiever?
What concession cards are available for seniors and pensioners?
A world of potential concessions and discounts opens up once you hit your 60s, even if you are not eligible for the Age Pension. We explain who gets what.
Retirement age calculator: When can you access your super or the Age Pension?
You may be able to retire whenever you choose in Australia, but age matters if you want to tap into your super or apply for the Age Pension.
Can I return to work after I access my super?
Just because you’ve retired and collected your super, doesn’t mean you can’t go back to work if you want to. Here’s what you need to know.
