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May 2021 newsletter

EOFY tips, Federal Budget review, Super fund rankings, Member services explained, SMSFs prepare for SuperStream, Finding a suitable adviser

Highlights of the May 2021 edition of the SuperGuide newsletter include:

  • COUNTDOWN TO JUNE 30: It’s been a turbulent year and that extends to tax and super, so take extra care preparing for the end of the financial year.
  • FEDERAL BUDGET CASH SPLASH: Budget highlights include tax cuts, super barriers removed for low-income workers and the over 60s, and aged care reforms.
  • IS YOUR FUND A CHAMPION OR A NAG? If you’ve ever wondered how your super fund ranks in the performance stakes, the latest results are in.
  • SPOTLIGHT ON MEMBER SERVICES: When it comes to choosing a super fund, it’s not all about headline returns. Member services can also add value.
  • TIME TO DIVE INTO THE SUPERSTREAM: The deadline is fast approaching for SMSFs to SuperStreamline their data and payment standards  
  • HOW TO FIND A GREAT FINANCIAL ADVISER: A year of shutdowns and volatile markets has taught many of us the value of good advice. We help you find it.

HOW SUPER WORKS

Super news for May 2021
UniSuper set to open fund, AustralianSuper and Club Plus Super in merger talks, COVID-19 early access scheme primarily used to pay bills, Your Future Your Super changes, Government to regulate… Read more.
Super news for May 2021
UniSuper set to open fund, AustralianSuper and Club Plus Super in merger talks, COVID-19 early access scheme primarily used to pay bills, Your Future Your Super changes, Government to regulate… Read more.
EOFY super checklist: 8 smart moves before 30 June
As 30 June approaches, it’s time to make the most of your annual super contribution limits. Read more.
EOFY super checklist: 8 smart moves before 30 June
As 30 June approaches, it’s time to make the most of your annual super contribution limits. Read more.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: 2021 FEDERAL BUDGET ANNOUNCEMENTS

2021 Federal Budget overview: Super, tax and aged care announcements
Removing SG’s $450 per month threshold and the work test, Enhancing the FHSSS, Downsizing and the Pension Loans Scheme. Read more.
2021 Federal Budget overview: Super, tax and aged care announcements
Removing SG’s $450 per month threshold and the work test, Enhancing the FHSSS, Downsizing and the Pension Loans Scheme. Read more.

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SUPER FUNDS

How the best super funds deliver on member services 
While investment performance grabs the headlines, it’s member services that will help you make good decisions about your super that will pay off in retirement. Read more.
How the best super funds deliver on member services 
While investment performance grabs the headlines, it’s member services that will help you make good decisions about your super that will pay off in retirement. Read more.

Super fund performance: Monthly returns to April 2026
Super funds bounced back in April despite ongoing volatility and are on course for another positive financial year. Read more.
Super fund performance: Monthly returns to April 2026
Super funds bounced back in April despite ongoing volatility and are on course for another positive financial year. Read more.
How our super and pension fund rankings work
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? Read more.
How our super and pension fund rankings work
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? Read more.

Super fund rankings

  • All Growth category (96–100%)
  • High Growth category (81–95%)
  • Growth category (61–80%)
  • Balanced category (41–60%)
  • Conservative category (21–40%)

Pension fund rankings

  • All Growth category (96–100%)
  • High Growth category (81–95%)
  • Growth category (61–80%)
  • Balanced category (41–60%)
  • Conservative category (21–40%)

SMSFs

What does SuperStream mean for my SMSF?
SuperStream is a data and payment standard for super funds that makes it much easier to collect contributions and pay rollovers – even for SMSFs. Read more.
What does SuperStream mean for my SMSF?
SuperStream is a data and payment standard for super funds that makes it much easier to collect contributions and pay rollovers – even for SMSFs. Read more.
TBAR: Transfer balance account reporting for SMSFs
Understanding the transfer balance account rules, including timing and transaction reporting, is extremely important for SMSF trustees.. Read more.
TBAR: Transfer balance account reporting for SMSFs
Understanding the transfer balance account rules, including timing and transaction reporting, is extremely important for SMSF trustees.. Read more.
What are the lump sum withdrawal rules for SMSFs?
Withdrawing a big pot of money from your super can be tempting, but strict rules apply. And then there’s tax. Read more
What are the lump sum withdrawal rules for SMSFs?
Withdrawing a big pot of money from your super can be tempting, but strict rules apply. And then there’s tax. Read more
SMSFs and estate planning: What it is and why it matters
Along with a valid Will, your SMSF is an essential part of your estate plan. From your personal wishes to tax and legal matters, there’s a lot to consider. Read more.
SMSFs and estate planning: What it is and why it matters
Along with a valid Will, your SMSF is an essential part of your estate plan. From your personal wishes to tax and legal matters, there’s a lot to consider. Read more.

RETIREMENT PLANNING

How to find a super financial adviser
There are times in life when the right financial advice could prove invaluable, but it’s important to know what you are looking for and where to find it. Here’s how. Read more.
How to find a super financial adviser
There are times in life when the right financial advice could prove invaluable, but it’s important to know what you are looking for and where to find it. Here’s how. Read more.
What are annuities, and how can they help in retirement?
Modern annuities not only offer guaranteed income in retirement but some pay income for life and may increase your Age Pension entitlements. Read more.
What are annuities, and how can they help in retirement?
Modern annuities not only offer guaranteed income in retirement but some pay income for life and may increase your Age Pension entitlements. Read more.


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