November 2018 newsletter

A free co-contribution payment made by the government into your super account can be a great way to boost your super account if you have some money to spare.

As retirement nears, setting your super on the right path is more important than ever.

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

Using the bring-forward rule is a great way to put a larger contribution into your super account in a single year. Here’s what you need to know about the rules.

Making a tax-deductible super contribution can be a great way to boost your retirement savings. Find out whether they could be the right strategy for you.

By directing some of your pre-tax income to super, you not only boost your retirement savings but save tax at the same time.

Brush up on the super lexicon with our extensive glossary. 15% pension offset: A 15% tax offset available against assessable pension income if you use super money to purchase a pension income stream. The tax offset reduces your tax liability. ABS: Australian Bureau of Statistics Account-based pension: Regular retirement income stream purchased with money from […]

Couples who plan together succeed together. Learn how paying attention to your spouse’s super could maximise your opportunities.

When things go wrong with your super fund or its insurer, it’s good to know there are steps you can take to help get things put right.

Super is an increasingly important marital asset and one that should not be overlooked when couples divorce.

Once you turn 60 and start withdrawing your super, the tax advantages of the super system come into play.

Lifecycle funds are designed to reduce risk as you near retirement without sacrificing returns; recent research shows many do just that but you need to know what to look for.