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Jodie Humphries
Personal Finance Editor
Understanding military superannuation in Australia
You may receive your military superannuation contributions through the DFRDB scheme, the MSBS, ADF Super, or a fund of your choice.
Superannuation
23 Dec, 2022
4 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
How does a conservative super fund work?
Unlike other super funds, conservative super funds typically offer smaller returns but are more likely to maintain the member’s investment.
Superannuation
20 Dec, 2022
4 min read
Jodie Humphries
Personal Finance Editor
Can super fund members directly invest their super balance?
Only some super funds allow members to invest directly, although you can choose the investment strategy you prefer based on the amount of risk you want to take.
Superannuation
20 Dec, 2022
3 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
What you should know about superannuation for under 18-year-olds
Gotten your first job and wondering how or what superannuation means for under 18-year-olds? Get all the information you need to understand super.
Superannuation
20 Dec, 2022
5 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
Can I take a loan from my superannuation fund?
You can’t access your super before retirement, but can you take out a loan you’ll pay back? There are select circumstances where you can get money from your super.
Superannuation
20 Dec, 2022
3 min read
Jodie Humphries
Personal Finance Editor
Why do you need to get actuarial certificates for your SMSF
If you have or manage an SMSF, you receive tax exemptions that require you get an actuarial certificate to claim.
Superannuation
20 Dec, 2022
4 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
Understanding inheritance tax in Australia
When a loved one passes away, you’ll have multiple financial matters to finalise. While Australia doesn’t charge death duties, there could still be tax liabilities to consider further down the line.
Superannuation
19 Dec, 2022
5 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
Can I choose a superannuation fund or does my employer choose one for me?
Most Australians can choose their own superannuation fund, though a small number may have limited super options available to them. If you don’t choose a superannuation fund, your employer will choose one for you.
Superannuation
16 Dec, 2022
2 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
What are deeming rates for superannuation?
Deeming rates are used by the government to calculate your income from financial assets while determining your age pension entitlements.
Superannuation
14 Dec, 2022
4 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
How do you pay superannuation?
Superannuation is paid by employers to employees, in both small and large businesses. Employees can also choose to make their own additional super contributions to help fund their retirement lifestyle.
Superannuation
13 Dec, 2022
3 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
What are the risks and challenges of an SMSF?
A Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) may sound great on paper, as you get to decide where your retirement savings are invested. However, an SMSF may not be the best choice for every Australian, as they also come with their fair share of potential problems to overcome if you want to get the most out of one.
Superannuation
05 Dec, 2022
3 min read
Jodie Humphries
Personal Finance Editor
Accessing your super at your preservation age
The superannuation preservation age is one of the key triggers for you to access the funds in your super account to support your retirement. How does it work?
Superannuation
30 Nov, 2022
6 min read
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