Posts by Katrina Haskew
Spouse Contributions: Looking for ways to boost your super?
My spouse and I are looking at ways to boost our super. How do spouse contributions and the associated tax offset work? Spouse contributions can be a great way to build your partner’s superannuation and potentially benefit from a tax offset. If your spouse earns less than $37,000 a year, you may be eligible for…
Read MoreThe Art and Science of Fund Manager Selection
Selecting the right fund manager is both an art and a science. This expert guide from Leading Advice explores how Australian investors can balance analysis, philosophy, and trust to build resilient portfolios and achieve long-term financial success.
Read MoreFAMILY TRUSTS AND RELATIONSHIP BREAKDOWNS
NAVIGATING ASSET PROTECTION, LEAGAL REALITIES AND RESILIENT WEALTH MANAGEMENT Introduction: The Rise of Family Trusts and the Challenge of Relationship Breakdowns Family trusts have become a cornerstone of wealth management in Australia, valued for their flexibility, tax efficiency, and capacity to facilitate intergenerational wealth transfer. As families grow more financially sophisticated, advisers are increasingly turning…
Read MoreSHELTER, SECURITY AND THE AUSTRALIAN DREAM
UNPACKING THE HOUSING CRISIS AND PATHS TO RESILIENCE Introduction: The Australian Dream in Crisis For generations, the “Australian Dream” has been synonymous with home ownership-a symbol of stability, personal achievement, and intergenerational security. Yet, in 2025, this dream is under threat as Australia faces a housing crisis of unprecedented scale and complexity. The sharp decline…
Read MoreSmart Super Strategies for this EOFY
Make the most of this EOFY with smart super strategies from Leading Advice Sydney. Learn how to boost your retirement savings, claim deductions, and reduce tax before June 30.
Read MoreTax-Deductible Super Contributions: The Complete Guide (2026)
Are super contributions tax deductible? For most Australians with assessable income, yes — and using this strategy properly is one of the simplest ways to pay less tax while building your retirement savings at the same time. This guide covers how tax deductions for super contributions work, who’s eligible, the ATO superannuation tax deduction deadline…
Read MoreWomen and Trauma Insurance: Ensuring Financial Support Amidst Health Challenges
Navigating the complexities of health challenges can be overwhelming, but having a safety net like trauma insurance can make a world of difference. As claims for women’s breast cancer continue to rise, understanding the importance of trauma insurance becomes essential. This coverage provides crucial financial support, ensuring that those affected can focus on recovery without…
Read MoreYour Super – who to nominate as your beneficiary?
Nominating your super beneficiary is something you have most likely been asked to do if you have asuperannuation fund.But, super fund trustees can only pay your super death benefit to eligible dependants1 or to your legal personal representative (LPR) who is generally the executor of your Will. If you haven’t elected a valid beneficiary the…
Read MoreMarket Volatility – June 2022
Falling stock and bond markets, along with the rising volatility which has gripped global markets since the start of the year, has intensified in recent days. Last week’s announcement of annual US inflation of 8.6%, the highest in 40 years, was the primary cause.Energy, food, and services have all contributed to the rise in US…
Read MoreFederal Election 2022 – what could this mean for you?
A number of changes were proposed by the Government during the election campaign, and support was also announced for a number of proposals made by the previous Government. So where do things stand, what’s next, and how could these proposals impact you? Below is a summary of some of the key announcements to date, and…
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