Money
Super & retirement
Opinion
Retirement living
How to retire sooner with less (and still be comfortable)
Here’s what to consider if you want to retire before you reach age pension age but don’t have a big superannuation balance.
- by Bec Wilson
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Could a self-managed super fund be right for you?
Having full control over your superannuation sounds great in theory, but there’s much more to self-managed super than meets the eye.
- by Caterina Hrysomallis
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Roadmap to secure retirement planning
Navigating the complex superannuation landscape requires careful consideration and proactive measures at every life stage.
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When my kids inherit my shares, how much tax will they have to pay?
If your kids are likely to be paying a meaningful amount of tax, it may be advantageous for you to rebalance your portfolio.
- by Paul Benson
Opinion
Retirement living
There are four types of modern retirees. Which one are you?
Retirement age and the concept of retirement in Australia is changing dramatically, and there are four distinct approaches emerging.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
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We’re done with travel, should we shift our super into pension mode?
Shifting your super from accumulation mode to pension mode can have tax benefits, but you’ll be forced to withdraw some each year.
- by Noel Whittaker
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Super Fit
Adding to your super early can help you buy a first home. Here’s how
Even a small extra contribution from your income to your super now can make you thousands of dollars richer in retirement. So why don’t more people do it?
- by Caterina Hrysomallis
Opinion
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Can we downsize into a more expensive home and still add to super?
There are a raft of conditions to consider when making a downsizer contribution that you need to keep in mind.
- by Paul Benson
Opinion
Retirement living
Six financial foundations you need in place (long) before retiring
When you look at people retiring comfortably today, it’s easy to see what the most important foundations of a happy retirement are.
- by Bec Wilson
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Superannuation
Super Fit: how to get your superannuation into better shape
Expert tips and advice on creating the healthiest possible super balance so that you can have a comfortable retirement.
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When do I need to start worrying about the $3m super tax?
If your super balance is over the $3 million mark, where it will soon be subject to higher tax, there are some key dates to be aware of.
- by Noel Whittaker
