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Super tips and strategies

Super tips and strategies

Superannuation can be complex – covering a diverse range of topics including tax, investing, personal finance and retirement planning, but in these areas a little knowledge can go a long way.

In this section we highlight the tips and strategies that can help you boost your super, and ultimately your income in retirement.

On this page you can find our essential super tips, then follow the links below to find strategies for super contributions and investing, SMSFs and retirement planning.

  • Super contributions strategies
  • Super investment strategies
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  • Retirement planning strategies

As a first step, the following are our key super tips and strategies articles

Premium 10 super housekeeping tips for EOFY 2021–22

10 super housekeeping tips for EOFY 2021–22

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Super tips and strategies if you are in your 60s or 70s

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Super tips and strategies if you are in your 20s

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Super tips and strategies if you are in your 30s or 40s

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Super tips and strategies if you are in your 50s

Set out below are the latest articles that relate to super tips and strategies.

Premium10 super housekeeping tips for EOFY 2021–22

10 super housekeeping tips for EOFY 2021–22

May 12, 2022

The end of the financial year isn’t far away, so it’s time to get your super contributions and paperwork in order with these 10 top tips.

PremiumRetirement cost-of-living: Tips to help improve your budget

Retirement cost-of-living: Tips to help improve your budget

April 3, 2022

Inflation is affecting more and more daily essentials but bank interest rates remain stubbornly low, so it may be time to revisit your retirement income plans.

PremiumWho to turn to if you have a problem with your super or financial adviser

Who to turn to if you have a problem with your super or financial adviser

March 14, 2022

If you have problems with your super or financial adviser, it’s important to know who you can turn to for help in solving your complaint and the process to follow.

PremiumSuper tips and strategies if you are in your 60s or 70s

Super tips and strategies if you are in your 60s or 70s

February 28, 2022

In your 60s and 70s, super is still very important. There are important decisions to make and you need to keep a close eye on how your super investments are performing. Here are some tips on what to keep an eye on.

Premium12 ways myGov can help you keep track of your super

12 ways myGov can help you keep track of your super

February 1, 2022

Keeping track of your super can be time-consuming and difficult, but linking the ATO’s online services to your myGov account makes it easy – and secure.

PremiumTaking your super early due to ill health? 7 tips to help

Taking your super early due to ill health? 7 tips to help

November 2, 2021

Retiring early due to poor health can have a real impact on your retirement plans and finances, so here’s 7 tips on what to consider.

How to find your lost super

How to find your lost super

October 14, 2021

A government push to reunite people with their lost super is gaining traction, but there is still plenty of money left on the table.

Premium10 hidden perks that make your super account even better

10 hidden perks that make your super account even better

October 5, 2021

There are lots of overlooked benefits that come with your super account, so it’s worth checking out what it can provide.

What to do if your employer doesn’t pay your super

What to do if your employer doesn’t pay your super

August 4, 2021

If your employer isn’t making regular contributions to your super fund on your behalf, you should take action so you don’t miss out.

Super scams: What are they and how do you avoid them?

Super scams: What are they and how do you avoid them?

August 4, 2021

Scams are on the rise and evolving all the time. We show you how to spot them and keep your money safe.

Video: EOFY tips for SMSF trustees

Video: EOFY tips for SMSF trustees

June 15, 2021

John Maroney, CEO of the SMSF Association provides some end of financial year tips for SMSF trustees.

PremiumSuper tips and strategies if you are in your 20s

Super tips and strategies if you are in your 20s

October 6, 2020

When you’re in your 20s, retirement can seem a long way off, but there are some important things you can do. Here are our 10 top tips to ensure your savings stay on the right track.

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Super tips and strategies if you are in your 30s or 40s

October 6, 2020

You’ve barely reached mid-career and retirement can still seem a long way off. But there are some important things you need to check when it comes to your super, so here are 10 top tips to help ensure your retirement plans are on track.

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Super tips and strategies if you are in your 50s

October 6, 2020

In your 50s you’ve turned the corner and are heading into the final career stretch before retirement. So now’s the time to start paying closer interest to your super and ensuring you are set up to reach your retirement goals.

Premium10 points to check on your annual super fund statement

10 points to check on your annual super fund statement

September 2, 2020

Checking your annual super fund statement is important. Here are 10 key points you need to review to ensure your super fund is working hard for you.

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