Money
Super & retirement
Analysis
Superannuation
What a women-only super fund means for members
New super funds are launching all the time, but Verve Super is the first super fund designed for women.
- by John Collett
Latest
Superannuation
Two schools of thought on how much you need for retirement
How much money do you need to retire? It depends on who you believe.
- by Noel Whittaker
Superannuation
Higher compulsory super and a wage rise? Keating says we can have both
The 9.5 per cent of wages that goes into super will rise to 12 per cent by mid-2025, but not everyone thinks it is a good idea.
- by John Collett
Pension
Being frank about franking credit concerns
Stopping cash refunds of franking credits as proposed will reduce the annual incomes of those who own Australian shares in tax-free pension accounts.
- by Daryl Dixon
Opinion
Gender equality
It's robbing Peta to pay Peta, but still worthwhile
The proposal to let survivors of domestic violence get early access to superannuation has merit - but we can do better.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
Opinion
Superannuation
Tips and traps of DIY super
More than 1.1 million Australians are taking control of their superannuation by having their own self-managed super fund, but it's not for everyone.
- by Olivia Maragna
Opinion
Casual and gig economy workers missing out on benefits
Times are changing, as are the rules, and it’s important to understand that if you’re a casual worker or you’re in the gig economy, you might be entitled to more benefits than you’ve been led to believe.
- by Melissa Browne
Superannuation
A new scheme lets you earn superannuation while you shop
A scheme where at least 5 per cent or so of each dollar spent on everyday items goes directly into the members' super fund could catch on with other funds.
- by John Collett
Analysis
Retirement living
New exit fee models to shake-up retirement village market
A fixed exit fee is a new option that could represent significant savings, especially at the higher prices.
- by Rachel Lane
Superannuation
Sharemarkets' turmoil plays on investors' nerves
Investors and super fund members are right to be rattled by the volatility on sharemarkets.
- by John Collett
Opinion
Superannuation
Red October wipes out superannuation gains
With the local stock market falling by about 8 per cent since August, it’s very likely that your nest egg has decreased in value. Should you be worried?
- by Olivia Maragna