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Do you have a plan for who will receive your super if something happens to you? For many Australians, superannuation is their greatest asset outside the family home. But do you have a plan for who will receive your super if something happens to you? The laws around super death benefits are complex, with strict...Read More
You work hard to build your superannuation. It’s an income source in retirement, there to help fund the life you and your family want to live when you stop working. You need to tell your super fund who should receive your super and any life insurance when you die. Without it, your fund may decide...Read More
The superannuation changes from 1 July
June 16, 2025Superannuation
The super changes coming into effect in the 2025-26 financial year Australian superannuation laws are set to change once again in the 2025-26 financial year as the nation’s fast-growing retirement savings system continues to evolve. Below is a summary of the changes that will come into effect from 1 July, 2025, as well as looming...Read More
For Australians approaching retirement, recent market volatility may feel like more than just a bump in the road. Unlike younger investors, who have time on their side, retirees don’t have the luxury of waiting out downturns. A sharp dip just before, or as you begin drawing down your superannuation, can leave lasting damage. It’s not...Read More
Some investors find it satisfying to take a do-it-yourself approach to retirement savings – taking on the responsibility for the growth of their retirement savings in a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF). While you have total control over how your retirement funds are invested within the confines of the laws, many factors need to be considered...Read More
Getting your super
May 26, 2025Superannuation
You can get your super when you retire and reach your ‘preservation age’. This is between 55 and 60, depending on when you were born. Or when you reach age 65, even if you are still working. There are special circumstances where you can access your super early. When you can get your super You...Read More
Overview You can access your super early in very limited circumstances, including to pay certain expenses on compassionate grounds, as well as terminal illness, incapacity and severe financial hardship. For information on how to save money for your first home inside your super fund, see First home super saver scheme. Access on compassionate grounds You...Read More
More Australians are upsizing their super by downsizing their home. Home ownership is still the great Australian dream for many people. But, for a growing number of older Australians, it is also about selling the home eventually so they can use some of the proceeds to top up their superannuation balance and help make their...Read More
Small changes in performance or fees can make a big difference in retirement. How often do you check in with your super? For younger Australians, the answer is likely to be “not very often”. Research by ASIC’s Moneysmart found that three in 10 millennials (aged 29 to 44) check their super fund’s performance less than...Read More
Types of super funds
April 14, 2025Superannuation
When you start a job, you can usually choose a super fund or let your employer choose for you. Understanding the basics can help you work out what kind of account to get and whether it’s right for you. If you want to choose your own — or change your account — there are plenty...Read More