There’s been a bit in the news about Payday super, but did you know it could mean you end up with more when you retire? Super is usually listed on your payslip alongside your wages, so most people assume they [...]
With the end of the financial year approaching, now is a good time to review your super and retirement plans and to start setting yourself up for the new financial year. Whether you are thinking about making extra contributions before [...]
When there are big things happening in the world, like conflicts, political instability, significant financial events or natural disasters, financial markets can react negatively or bounce up and down. When markets go down it can be disconcerting to see the [...]
For many Australians approaching or entering retirement, one of the biggest decisions is what to do with their super. It can be tempting to withdraw your balance and move it into other investments, like a term deposit, a standard bank [...]
There’s a lot of choice when it comes to super funds and the type of fund you’re invested in can affect things like the fees you’ll pay or the investment choices you have – which can impact your retirement savings. [...]
Some people can’t wait to retire, while for others, closing the door on working life can be challenging. You may not always get to choose when you retire either – health issues, redundancy or family responsibilities might force you to [...]
When it comes to earning power and retirement savings, the average Australian woman’s experience is often different from the average man’s – regardless of whether you’re in a relationship or happily single, it’s a good idea to plan for your [...]
If there’s money in your super account when you die, or you have death insurance through your super, there are specific rules that apply to that money. Super isn’t automatically included in your estate or will, unlike many other valuable [...]
Work’s a big part of the day-to-day routine for most of us, and for some, a core part of their identity – not everyone turns 60 and is immediately ready to retire. Australians are living longer and healthier lives, and if you really [...]
Insurance is designed to give you peace of mind – knowing that you and your family are protected when life doesn’t go as planned. Many Australians insure their home, their car, their health and even their pets, but we don’t always consider how [...]