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Should You Pay Down Debt or Increase Your Super Balance?
July 2nd, 2024For Australians with a home loan, or other significant debt, to pay it down and watch your loan balance gradually reduce is a well-trodden path. So, too, is seeing your superannuation balance gradually increase as your employer makes contributions. But where does that leave us in 10, 20, 30+ years from now? Those with cashread more
Is Your SMSF Investment Strategy Sufficiently Diversified?
April 30th, 2024When was the last time you reviewed your SMSF investment strategy? If it’s been a while, make sure you have a look – the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) went on the front foot a few years ago, sending letters to over 17,000 SMSFs that hold greater than 90% of their total investments in a singleread more
Super Contribution Caps Set to Increase on 1 July 2024
April 17th, 2024As the end of the financial year approaches, Australians will soon have an opportunity to significantly boost their retirement savings thanks to the upcoming increase in super contribution caps, effective from 1 July. While there are a number of different routes through which you can add value and funds to your retirement, additional super contributionsread more
How to Set Up a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF)
April 11th, 2024Once set up properly, a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) offers Australians a unique opportunity to have more direct control over their retirement investments, leading to tailored investment strategies with a view to enjoying potentially higher returns. However, this control comes with the responsibility of navigating complex regulatory landscapes and making informed decisions that affect theread more
What is a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF)?
March 21st, 2024A Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) offers Australians a unique way to save for retirement, in a landscape typically dominated by what are known as “retail funds”. Unlike those traditional super funds, SMSFs offer the ability for up to six members to have direct control over their retirement savings, with the flexibility to choose where theirread more
Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) Loans – A Quick Guide
March 1st, 2024SMSF Loans - have you ever thought about setting up a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) to secure a loan? Maybe you have a SMSF in place and want to know what your options are. In either case, read on! In this article, we’ll be looking at how to make an informed decision about the appropriatenessread more
The Impact of Interest Rates on Your UK Pension Transfer
February 23rd, 2024Following several years of the RBA keeping Australia’s Cash Rate Target below 1.00%, successive interest rate rises throughout 2022 has seen the cash rate reach highs not seen in over a decade. While the focus on rate rises is the impact on inflation, the stock market or local property markets, less is understood about theread more
Overseas Retirement for Australians – How to Navigate New Horizons
February 21st, 2024Embarking on a new chapter in life, overseas retirement presents a unique opportunity for Australians to enjoy a newfound freedom and exploration. As Aussies leave the workforce, the allure of extended travels or even relocating abroad permanently to spend their post-career years requires a careful approach to planning, some parts of which aren’t present inread more
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