Top performing super and pension funds, why investment indexes matter, investing in infrastructure, benefits of the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, retiring overseas and bucket strategy investing
Highlights of the October 2019 edition of the SuperGuide newsletter include:
- BEST PERFORMING SUPER AND PENSION FUNDS: Find out which were the top 30 performing balanced super funds and capital stable pension funds over 5 years.
- HOW TO TEACH YOUR KIDS ABOUT SUPER: Young adults are unlikely to have a burning interest in super, but engaging them early can make a big difference to their future.
- INVESTMENT INDEXES: 5 REASONS THEY MATTER FOR YOUR SUPER: We give you the lowdown on investment indexesand why they can be useful tools for learning more about the performance of your super account.
- HOW TO INVEST IN INFRASTRUCTURE THROUGH AN SMSF: New products and ways to invest in infrastructure have been growing – an opportunity for SMSFs given the long-term nature of infrastructure investment.
- IS A BUCKET STRATEGY THE SOLUTION FOR YOUR RETIREMENT INCOME PLAN? The bucket approach is a popular way to balance the need for income stability and capital growth in retirement. But what are the drawbacks?
- COMMONWEALTH SENIORS HEALTH CARD: WHAT DOES IT PROVIDE AND HOW DO I GET ONE? Discover whether you’re eligible and how you can benefit from this valuable concession card.
- RETIRING OVERSEAS: It certainly has its advantages, but there are rules, issues and options to consider to best protect your retirement savings.
NEWS
This month we look at the new proof-of-life certificates required for pensioners overseas, the launch of Australia’s first independent superannuation consumer advocacy organisation, the announcement of a major review of… Read more.
This month we look at the new proof-of-life certificates required for pensioners overseas, the launch of Australia’s first independent superannuation consumer advocacy organisation, the announcement of a major review of… Read more.
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SUPER PERFORMANCE
In this article you can discover the top 10 performing All Growth super funds over 1 year and 10 years to 31 December 2024. All Growth funds have 96-100% invested… Read more.
In this article you can discover the top 10 performing All Growth super funds over 1 year and 10 years to 31 December 2024. All Growth funds have 96-100% invested… Read more.
In this article you can discover the top 10 performing Balanced pension funds over 1 year and 10 years to 31 December 2024. Balanced funds have 41-60% invested in growth… Read more.
In this article you can discover the top 10 performing Balanced pension funds over 1 year and 10 years to 31 December 2024. Balanced funds have 41-60% invested in growth… Read more.
President Trump’s tariff chaos continued to wreak havoc on global share markets in March, putting a dent in super fund returns although they remain positive for the financial year to… Read more.
President Trump’s tariff chaos continued to wreak havoc on global share markets in March, putting a dent in super fund returns although they remain positive for the financial year to… Read more.
SUPERANNUATION
If your kids are old enough to have scored their first fulltime or part-time job, now’s the time to pass on everything you wish you’d known about super at their… Read more.
If your kids are old enough to have scored their first fulltime or part-time job, now’s the time to pass on everything you wish you’d known about super at their… Read more.
There’s plenty of information on how much super you need for a comfortable retirement, but little on how much you should have now to reach your target. We provide some guidance to this important question. Read more.
There’s plenty of information on how much super you need for a comfortable retirement, but little on how much you should have now to reach your target. We provide some guidance to this important question. Read more.
Super fund returns may grab the limelight, but even small differences in fees can make a big difference to your retirement balance in the long run. Read more.
Super fund returns may grab the limelight, but even small differences in fees can make a big difference to your retirement balance in the long run. Read more.
SMSFs
Thanks to a growing list of specialist managed funds, SMSFs can invest like the pros in big infrastructure projects. Read more.
Thanks to a growing list of specialist managed funds, SMSFs can invest like the pros in big infrastructure projects. Read more.
Running an SMSF can sound appealing when you start out, but as the years pass there are many reasons you may want out. So, what are the alternatives? Read more.
Running an SMSF can sound appealing when you start out, but as the years pass there are many reasons you may want out. So, what are the alternatives? Read more.
Super scams are increasingly sophisticated and on the rise so it pays to learn how to detect and avoid them. Read more.
Super scams are increasingly sophisticated and on the rise so it pays to learn how to detect and avoid them. Read more.
RETIREMENT PLANNING
Managing competing investment priorities in retirement is a challenge but a bucket strategy could tip the balance in your favour. Read more.
Managing competing investment priorities in retirement is a challenge but a bucket strategy could tip the balance in your favour. Read more.
Our updated guide which now features a thorough video explainer, detailing the main benefits, the income thresholds and tips on how to apply. Read more.
Our updated guide which now features a thorough video explainer, detailing the main benefits, the income thresholds and tips on how to apply. Read more.
If you are looking to wind back working hours or boost your super in the lead-up to retirement, a transition-to-retirement (TTR) pension may be the answer. Read more.
If you are looking to wind back working hours or boost your super in the lead-up to retirement, a transition-to-retirement (TTR) pension may be the answer. Read more.
There’s a lot to think about when you’re on the threshold of retirement, so it’s not surprising that mistakes are made and opportunities overlooked. Here’s what to watch out for. Read more.
There’s a lot to think about when you’re on the threshold of retirement, so it’s not surprising that mistakes are made and opportunities overlooked. Here’s what to watch out for. Read more.
Many Australians dream of retiring overseas and some actually turn the dream into reality, but there are health and financial considerations to consider before you take the plunge. Read more.
Many Australians dream of retiring overseas and some actually turn the dream into reality, but there are health and financial considerations to consider before you take the plunge. Read more.
