Self Managed Superannuation Fund

A million in the super fund won't be enough for retirement

John Collett While the growth in the projected pool of superannuation savings is impressive, it belies the harsh reality facing those not far off retirement.

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Regulation called for to oversee SMSFs

John Collett ASIC and the new government need to consider bringing property spruikers who recommend self-managed super funds inside the licensing net.

SELF-EMPLOYED SUPER TRAPS

Don't let those contributions take you down

Max Newnham There are very strict tests when it comes to deciding whether a person is a true contractor or an employee.

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First home enticer is simple and super

David Potts Why can't first home buyers use some of their superannuation as a deposit to buy a home?

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Kiwis face hurdles in pursuit of lost funds

John Collett New Zealanders are believed to be the owners of perhaps up to a quarter of the Australia's $18 billion in ''lost'' super. And it's very hard for them to get it back.

INSIGHT

Asset allocation can be the decider in super funds

Clancy Yeates There's a lot to consider when picking a super fund. Perhaps the most important factor is how your money is spread out.

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CSIRO, unis look to create a golden age

John Collett Serious intellectual firepower is being brought to bear on the problem of Australia's ageing population.

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Big country makes size count

Penny Pryor The 15 largest Australian superannuation funds have recently moved up the league tables.

INTELLIGANT INVESTOR

Time for Coalition to walk the pro-super talk

Richard Livingston Tony Abbott said the Coalition wouldn't make any "negative unexpected changes" to superannuation. Now they're in government we'll get the chance to see what he meant.

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Playing catch-up is hard - but worth it

John Collett Salary sacrificing to super is still the best way to help make up for lost time.

SELF-MANAGED FUNDS

Make super borrowing safe as houses

John Kavanagh The SMSF borrowing market is small but starting to grow fast as trustees seek the security of property

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Insurance is a risk when doing it yourself

John Collett The SMSF industry is pushing the virtues of managing your own super fund. And the message appears to be hitting home.

SUPER SAFETY

Five simple steps to safer super savings

Max Newnham There are five principles of investing that can reduce the impact of future market crashes and make your superannuation investment safer.

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Managing things right makes a super difference

Penny Pryor As the GFC showed, when you retire makes a big difference to what you retire with - and it's something that not enough people pay attention to.

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In-house funds yield happiest returns

John Collett Superannuation funds run by companies for their employees, both private and public sector, are among the best performers over the long term.