Set out below are all SuperGuide articles that relate to Super rules.
Indexation of the Transfer Balance Cap
While applauding the indexation of superannuation caps for cost-of-living increases, Meg Heffron argues for more simplicity and less red tape.
Definitive guide to the Transfer Balance Cap
The transfer balance cap is about to increase. Are you ready?
How to take advantage of the increased Transfer Balance Cap (including calculator)
If you have already retired, or are close to it, from 1 July 2021 you may be able to boost the amount in your tax-free super pension account.
Understanding the difference between your total superannuation balance and your transfer balance cap
Don’t know your TSB from your TBC? Read this simple explainer.
Video: How super policy settings work against women
Tracey Spicer talks to Cate Wood, Chair of Women in Super about some of the ways that super policy works against women, and how COVID-19 may widen the super gender gap.
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A super guide to understanding the bring-forward rule
The bring-forward rule represents an important opportunity to put more money into your super account in a particular year if you receive an inheritance or are getting close to retirement. Here’s a simple guide to how it works.
Superannuation rule changes: Your guide for 2020/21
If you are wondering how recent rule changes have affected your super and retirement plans, here’s a quick guide to the key changes and when they commenced.
Key superannuation rates and thresholds for 2020/21
From tax on super lump sums to the transfer balance cap, there are a range of rates and thresholds that can affect your super. In this article we provide an overview of the key aspects of each of these rates and thresholds for 2020/21.
Superannuation for the self-employed
If you are one of the estimated 10% of Australians who are self-employed as a sole trader or in a partnership, then superannuation is generally not compulsory.
In your 70s? The super rules that apply to you
Once you reach age 70, your ability to make contributions into your super account is limited, so it’s important to ensure you know all the rules governing when you can make contributions and withdraw money.
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In your 60s? The super rules that apply to you
Once you reach age 60, the rules of the super system change, so it’s important to know all the rules governing when you can make contributions and withdraw money from your account.
In your 50s? The super rules that apply to you
When you get to your 50s, you should be paying a lot more attention to your super savings. So you need to know all the rules about making contributions and withdrawing money from your account.
In your 20s, 30s or 40s? The super rules that apply to you
In the early to mid stages of your working life you need to pay attention to your super to ensure it’s growing steadily. But you also need to know the rules about making contributions and withdrawals.
In your teens? The super rules that apply to you
When you’re in your teens you are new to the super system, so it’s important to learn how much and when you can contribute and when you can get your hands on your savings.
How do I transfer a UK pension to an Australian super fund?
If you’re thinking of transferring a UK pension into an Australian super fund, the process has become much more difficult in recent years, but not impossible.