Colin Brinsden, AAP Economics and Business Correspondent(Australian Associated Press) Superannuation funds need to do much better in explaining complex financial information to their members.New resea …
What’s the difference between stepped and level premiums?
Clarity(OnePath) Know the difference between stepped and level premiumsLife insurance premiums are predominantly based on the risk of certain events happening to you. Because health risks increase wit …
Andrew Brown(Australian Associated Press) More than one million superannuation account holders will receive notice from their funds saying they have underperformed.New requirements will force 13 super …
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) Australians from all walks of life are being urged to speak up if they suspect they or someone they know are being subjected to financial el …
(ATO)There are a number of ways you can grow your super to make a positive difference to your lifestyle in retirement.If you are, or have been employed, you should make the most of employer’s contribu …
Colin Brinsden, AAP Economics and Business Correspondent(Australian Associated Press) This week’s release of the Intergenerational Report should be a wake-up call for Australia’s politicians and the c …
Supporting your kids, without sacrificing your own retirement
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) With careful planning, you can give a helping hand to your adult children financially, while still enjoying a comfortable retirement.In the …
Concessional contributions and contribution caps changes 1 July 2021
(ATO) Concessional contributions are contributions that are made into your super fund before tax. They are taxed at a rate of 15% in your super fund.From 1 July 2021, the concessional contributions ca …
Play to Your Financial Strengths It’s easy to forget that financial advice isn’t always one-size-fits-all. While the advice may be solid, it still needs to take into account not only your personal goa …
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) Many of us think of retirement as a given – you work hard for your middle years, and then you get to bow out of the workforce and enjoy a we …
How the gender pay gap is causing problems for Aussie women: Now and in the future
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) Women are entering retirement with significantly less superannuation and personal savings than men – leading to a growing class of women liv …
Could you go it alone? Making sure a man is not your financial plan
Money and Life(Financial Planning Association of Australia) Divorce is the leading cause of financial hardship for women1. So it’s important to take control of your money and plan for a time when you …
