Money
Super & retirement
Changes in pipeline for pooled lifetime income streams
The most important thing is to understand what the changes are and, if you can, take action to get the best outcomes.
- by Rachel Lane
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Analysis
Superannuation
Why award-winning UniSuper says yes to toll roads, no to hedge funds
UniSuper, the superannuation fund for workers in the higher education and research sector, is winning awards not only for its investment returns but also for its customer service.
- by John Collett
Superannuation
Paid parental leave super lost but here’s how to work Coalition rules
If you can do these every single year you’re eligible, the super boost will be massive.
- by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
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To have an SMSF, you need to be actively engaged
SMSFs are designed for people who want to do just that – self-manage their own retirement savings.
- by George Cochrane
Retirement living
More than a million seniors qualify for new-look Pension Loan Scheme
A little known government "reverse mortgage" scheme is about to be massively expanded.
- by John Collett
Superannuation
'Alarming': 25pc of people in retail super think they're in industry funds
New research exposes an alarming level of ignorance and misconception when it comes to superannuation.
- by John Collett
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Loan option could be better than gifting
By giving away money today, your husband’s pension should not be affected
- by Noel Whittaker
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Mortgage in retirement: To pay out or not to pay?
Research shows that a large percentage of people who seek financial advice choose to ignore it
- by George Cochrane
Aged care
Most affordable option not always lowest price
It's not just about money. It's about what you get for what you pay.
- by Rachel Lane
Superannuation
Super back in the black but don't expect bumper returns
Super returns have done better than expected despite the headwinds on the Australian economy and geopolitical risks, but there are signs of volatility ahead
- by John Collett
Opinion
Superannuation
Retirement savings are for spending
Superannuation is made up of wages that were saved up while working, ready to be spent in retirement.
- by Jeremy Cooper