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Do I really need $1million in super to be able to retire?

Over the years there have been a number of articles published extolling the virtues of having a million dollars or more, in super to be able to retire comfortably.
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Something positive from the pandemic

With COVID-19 having reaped havoc on the lives of 25 million everyday Australians it might seem strange to be making comments about positives.
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New year...new rules

The start of the 2023 financial year heralds some significant changes to the rules governing contributions to superannuation.
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Are downsizer contributions achieving their purpose?

Way back in the dim, dark past – 2017 to be exact – the Government announced an initiative designed to reduce the pressure on housing affordability for Australian families.
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Can I access my super early?

Most superannuation benefits are “preserved”.
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What is...the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card?

The Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (CSHC) is a concession card that is available to eligible Australians that provides cheaper health care and certain other discounts and ...
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Change is in the air

As I sit at my desk here at the end of March 2022, I sense that change is in the air.
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Retirement just got more expensive

Regular readers of this blog will be familiar with the Retirement Standard released by the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) each quarter.
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Looking to maximise your super, and get a tax break at the same time?

If you are one of those people that are looking for opportunities to maximise your super, and claim a tax deduction along the way, there are strategies that may help.
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Finally…. some very good news

When the government released it’s 2021 Budget back on 11 May, it included some exciting announcements relating to superannuation.
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