Money
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How do I avoid my kids being taxed at 66%?
Children are taxed at a much higher rate than adults, but this won’t apply to their own earnings.
- by Noel Whittaker
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Superannuation
Strong year for super funds as banks, AI boost returns
Super funds have declared near double-digit returns for the past financial year, largely thanks to outstanding performances by a raft of tech companies.
- by John Collett
Opinion
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I’m getting old and my SMSF has become a burden. What should I do?
For most, there comes a time in later life where the costs in time and accounting fees of a self-managed super fund outweigh the benefits.
- by Paul Benson
Opinion
Superannuation
Have you heard of retirement bonuses? Here’s how to get one
Some super funds are paying out up to $22,000 to those ending their work lives. Here’s how that works.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Pension
We won the lottery, but lost our pension. Could we have prevented this?
Once you start spending your windfall, you may start to regain some of your lost pension. But consider yourself extremely fortunate and just enjoy the money.
- by Noel Whittaker
Opinion
Estate planning
Three things to keep in mind when planning your will
Twelve million Australians do not have a will, and 60 per cent have never given a thought to estate planning. That’s a serious situation.
- by Noel Whittaker
Opinion
Inheritance
How to retire happy and still leave your kids an inheritance
Many modern retirees are feeling tremendous pressure to pass money onto their children and grandchildren. Here’s how to manage expectations.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Superannuation
The simple super move that could make you $500 richer this EOFY
Not only is this free money from the government, by the time you retire it could mean an extra $60,000 in your pocket.
- by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Analysis
Super Fit
How do you actually spend your super? Here’s all you need to know
Spending your superannuation can be daunting and, at times, confusing. Here’s all you need to know about accessing your nest egg.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
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I have $1.9m in my pension account. Can I add in more to save on tax?
While adding to your super once it hits the cap isn’t possible, your savings can still grow through the power of compound interest.
- by Noel Whittaker
Opinion
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I’m successful and well-off. Can I access my super early?
There’s no way to exclude yourself from the age pension to access super early. But there are ways to plan, so your finances don’t rely on your super.
- by Paul Benson