Superannuation Articles

Relevant Superannuation articles and tips

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

How can an annuity ease your retirement years

You can invest in an annuity to receive regular income after you retire. Find out how annuities work and how they compare with other pension products.

Superannuation

30 Nov, 2022

4 min read

How can an annuity ease your retirement years

Peter Terlato

Personal Finance Editor

What happens if my employer goes out of business while still owing me superannuation?

In the event that your employer collapses, a trustee, administrator or liquidator will be appointed to manage the company. That trustee/administrator/liquidator will be required to pay your superannuation out of company funds. However, there may be some circumstances where you cannot recover unpaid super.

Superannuation

29 Nov, 2022

4 min read

What happens if my employer goes out of business while still owing me superannuation?

Peter Terlato

Personal Finance Editor

How to open a superannuation account?

Most people open their first superannuation account when they enter into the workforce. This may be as a full-time, part-time or casual employee or as contractor or sole trader (self-employed). Generally, you can nominate a super fund of your choosing.

Superannuation

29 Nov, 2022

6 min read

Peter Terlato

Personal Finance Editor

Is superannuation included in taxable income?

Superannuation (super) is a compulsory savings scheme. You do not need to report the super you’re paid when lodging your tax return each financial year. In order to understand why super is not considered taxable income, you’ll need to realise your tax obligations.

Superannuation

28 Nov, 2022

4 min read

Is superannuation included in taxable income?

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

How much superannuation should I have?

The amount of superannuation you need to have at retirement is based on how much money you would expect to spend each week during your retirement.

Superannuation

28 Nov, 2022

5 min read

Peter Terlato

Personal Finance Editor

Am I entitled to superannuation if I'm a contractor?

For most Australian workers, your employer is required to make superannuation contributions on your behalf to a super fund of your choosing. These contributions are known as the super guarantee (SG). Find out whether contractors considered employees for super purposes.

Superannuation

24 Nov, 2022

3 min read

Am I entitled to superannuation if I'm a contractor?

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

Can I transfer money from overseas into my superannuation account?

You may be wondering if you can transfer your earnings into your Australian superannuation account. The good news is that yes, you can transfer money into your super, but there are certain conditions you will need to meet.

Superannuation

24 Nov, 2022

3 min read

Can I transfer money from overseas into my superannuation account?

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

How long after divorce can you claim superannuation?

You can file a claim for division of superannuation as soon as you divorce. However, the claim has to be filed within one year after the divorce for married couples, and up to two years from the date of separation for de facto couples.

Superannuation

23 Nov, 2022

3 min read

How long after divorce can you claim superannuation?

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

What superannuation details do I give to my employer?

When you start a job, your employer will request you provide the details of your chosen superannuation fund. To do so, you will need to fill out what’s called a ‘superannuation standard choice form’, and provide some personal details.

Superannuation

23 Nov, 2022

3 min read

What superannuation details do I give to my employer?

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What you should know about applying for compassionate release of superannuation?

You can apply for early release of super on compassionate grounds either online or by mailing a paper application. Make sure to include the necessary documents.

Superannuation

18 Nov, 2022

3 min read

What you should know about applying for compassionate release of superannuation?

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

When can you get the government super co-contribution for low-income earners?

If you earn less than the threshold income but make personal super contributions, you may qualify for a government super co-contribution for low-income earners.

Superannuation

18 Nov, 2022

3 min read

When can you get the government super co-contribution for low-income earners?

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Can I add money to my superannuation?

You may want to add money to your superannuation account for retirement planning or tax savings. If so, you need to know the maximum that you can contribute from your pre-tax or after-tax earnings, so you don’t end up paying more tax.

Superannuation

18 Nov, 2022

4 min read