For everyone Money matters: Make a will but don’t forget your super The need to establish a will to ensure your personal wishes are met after you die are well documented. Having
For everyone The Law & You: A bigger bite of the biscuits The Albanese government’s Secure Jobs, Better Pay Bill seeks to widen employees’ right to bargain with multiple employers as a key path to higher wages.
For everyone Smart investing during tough times Now is a great time to make sensible investments, including salary sacrifice contributions to superannuation.
For everyone Money matters: The costs of aged care A guide to some of the most common financial questions related to aged care.
For everyone Capital gains and tax – part 2 The second part of GEOFF ALLEN’s advice on the potential impact of significant life events on capital gains tax.
For everyone Understanding capital gains tax – part 1 Shares, an investment property or holiday home can all attract capital gains tax, so it is important to have a good understanding of how this taxation works.
For everyone First home buyers and financial risk Record low interest rates are certainly attractive to anyone taking on a large mortgage to buy their first home. But significant financial risks should not be ignored.
For everyone Keeping abreast of superannuation changes It is important that members keep on top of all changes to superannuation in order to make the most of any opportunities and be aware of any risks.
For everyone Saving with children Teaching children to save – and even make long-term investments – is always a worthwhile activity.
For everyone Investing in our children Parents and grandparents often want to set up an investment arrangement for a child, but face a range of complexities.
For everyone Car costs: the real story There are number of factors that determine the actual cost of running your car as opposed to the perceived cost.
For everyone Super under attack The Morrison government is wanting to block federal legislation to increase compulsory super for reasons that are purely ideological.
For everyone The perils of pulling your super Withdrawing super to cover a COVID-shortfall should be regarded as a last resort, given there may be other financial options available to get through this difficult period.
For everyone Scammers never sleep It can take a long time to accumulate wealth and an instant to lose it. So, how to spot a scammer or opportunist trying to relieve you of some or all of your hard-earned savings?
For everyone Death and taxes – part 2 How much tax applies to super death benefit depends on your age, the age of beneficiaries, whether they’re a dependant, and if paid as a pension or lump sum
For everyone Your guide to death taxes and superannuation You need to be aware of the likely tax implications if you die leaving a superannuation lump sum, and how to eliminate or reduce the tax.