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What are the accumulation and retirement phases of super?

What are the accumulation and retirement phases of super?

December 3, 2020

Superannuation has two broad phases – the accumulation and retirement phases, but it’s important to note that they aren’t distinct. Someone can have some of their super in accumulation and some in retirement.

SMSFs: What is an actuarial certificate, and how much do they cost?

SMSFs: What is an actuarial certificate, and how much do they cost?

December 2, 2020

An actuarial certificate is a document that certifies how much of a SMSF’s earnings are derived from its members’ accumulation phases and retirement phases.

Key observations from the Retirement Income Review

Key observations from the Retirement Income Review

November 24, 2020

It’s quite a challenge to succinctly summarise the 233,117 words of the Retirement Income Review, and the report itself will be dwarfed by the coverage it receives in the coming weeks, months and years.

Video: What is Personal Capital?

Video: What is Personal Capital?

July 1, 2020

David Williams from My Longevity talks about the concept of Personal Capital and why it’s important retirees don’t overlook it.

PremiumQuiz: Boosting your super with super contributions

Quiz: Boosting your super with super contributions

July 1, 2020

Take the following 10-question quiz to test your knowledge on boosting your super with superannuation contributions.

What is a Longevity Plan, and how do they work?

What is a Longevity Plan, and how do they work?

June 2, 2020

In this video interview David Williams from My Longevity talks about the benefits of having a Longevity Plan and how to create one.

Finding a good financial adviser and making financial advice work for you

Finding a good financial adviser and making financial advice work for you

June 1, 2020

In this video members of the Profession of Independent Financial Advisers provide some insights into how to find a financial adviser that is right for you, and how to make the most of the financial advice process.

SMSF Q&As with the ATO: COVID-19 special

SMSF Q&As with the ATO: COVID-19 special

May 19, 2020

Dana Fleming, Assistant Commissioner of the SMSF Segment at the ATO, provides useful insights for SMSF trustees about current issues such as the early release of super process, providing rental concessions for tenants and the change to the minimum pension drawdown rates.

What are the 3 stages of ageing?

What are the 3 stages of ageing?

May 1, 2020

In this video interview David Williams from My Longevity talks about the 3 stages of ageing, and how long each stage generally lasts.

How can you plan your income needs in retirement?

How can you plan your income needs in retirement?

April 1, 2020

How to plan your income in retirement can be one of the most confusing aspects of retirement planning. In this video members of the Profession of Independent Financial Advisers provide some insights into how they approach it.

PremiumWhat are some key factors that help us in later life?

What are some key factors that help us in later life?

April 1, 2020

In this video interview David Williams from My Longevity talks about some of the insights he found when researching what benefits us in later life.

Frontline workers face life insurance claims denials

Frontline workers face life insurance claims denials

March 26, 2020

Five super funds continue to hit new members with pandemic exclusions

Coronavirus and super: What the experts say

Coronavirus and super: What the experts say

March 17, 2020

Noel Whittaker, Scott Pape and other experts discuss how to think about the Coronavirus in relation to your super and retirement.

PremiumFinancial advisers give tips on preparing for retirement

Financial advisers give tips on preparing for retirement

March 11, 2020

Preparing for retirement can be daunting for many Australians. In this video members of the Profession of Independent Financial Advisers help you understand the important things to consider.

PremiumChoosing a pension fund

Choosing a pension fund

February 14, 2020

In this video interview Ian Fryer, Head of Research at Chant West, shares some insights into choosing a pension fund, including how choosing a pension fund is different to choosing a super fund, what the process is to starting a pension, and what investment option to consider in retirement.

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