Superannuation
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I know nothing about super. How do I ensure a comfortable retirement?
Super can be a complex beast, but understanding even a little bit later in life can make a big difference.
- by Noel Whittaker
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Gen Super
Gen Z workers: A few minutes now could save you thousands for retirement
If you’re just starting out in the workplace, it might be tricky to get enthused by your super. But taking the time now can pay off massively later.
- by Emma Koehn
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If we use super to help our kids buy a house, can we top it up later?
Early inheritance is always a good idea, but make sure you can afford to give away the money first.
- by Paul Benson
Opinion
Retirement living
Why these are the four biggest barriers to a secure retirement
Just 51 per cent of adult Australians have not sought out any information on preparing for retirement. It’s a number that makes me a bit mad.
- by Bec Wilson
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Retirement living
Super Fit: how to get your superannuation into better shape
Expert tips and advice on creating the healthiest possible super balance so that you can have a comfortable retirement.
Starting your first job? It’s time to think about retirement
Australia’s youngest workers are starting to build gold mines – but there’s a strong chance they don’t even realise it.
- by Emma Koehn
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I’m just about to turn 75. Is it too late to top up my super?
Topping up your super can be beneficial, but it’s important to ascertain if it makes financial sense.
- by Noel Whittaker
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Healthcare
‘Worrying trend’: Record number of Australians raid super to fund medical treatments
There has been a 51 per cent rise in the number of Australians accessing their super early to fund medical treatments such as weight loss surgery, dentistry and IVF.
- by Henrietta Cook and Sumeyya Ilanbey
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The self-managed super fund I was told to start is losing money. What do I do?
Generally, SMSFs don’t make sense unless there is a specific investment case that requires them, or your balance is above $1 million.
- by Paul Benson
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The sweet spot: How to get the most from your super and the pension
There’s a new way to find the point where super earnings and the pension intersect to help you attain maximum earning capacity in retirement.
- by Bec Wilson
Original URL: https://www.smh.com.au/topic/superannuation-62e