Superannuation
Analysis
Analysis
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
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Opinion
Opinion
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
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Domestic violence
Grieving mother vows to stop abusers profiting from victims’ deaths
Julie Adams says her beautiful, feisty daughter died after relentless and emotional, sexual, physical and financial abuse. She wants to stop it happening to others.
- by Claire Ottaviano
Opinion
Pension
How wealthy retirees cost taxpayers more than pensioners
In many cases, taxpayers are contributing more to support a self-supporting retiree’s lifestyle than a pensioner’s.
- by Julia Hartman
How this property giant is waging war on office waste
One property fund and landlord is doing its bit for the environment, and saving money.
- by Carolyn Cummins
Opinion
Opinion
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
Ask an expert
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
Guzman y Gomez ASX pop won’t stop super funds from looking offshore
Australia’s $3.5 trillion superannuation industry is continuing to invest in offshore assets amid a shortage in the supply of shares available locally.
- by Millie Muroi
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
Opinion
Opinion
How can super funds help us retire happy? Here are eight ideas
Most super funds are not yet accustomed to managing the needs of retirees, but the winds of change are gathering.
- by Bec Wilson