Navigating Resilient Retirement

Introduction: The Legacy and Limits of the 4% Rule When Bill Bengen first delved into the mathematics of spending in retirement, his aim was to answer a deceptively simple question: how much can you safely draw from your investments each year and never run out of money? After studying a range of portfolios and market…

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SUPER SPLITTING

Estate Planning

GROW YOUR WEALTH TOGETHER Introduction: Why Super Splitting Matters for Australian Families When it comes to preparing for retirement, many Australians focus on growing their superannuation individually. But what if there was a way for couples to work together, sharing their super contributions to build a stronger financial future? This is where superannuation contribution splitting—commonly…

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FROM BOOMERS TO MILLENNIALS

RETHINKING WEALTH, HOUSING, AND OPPORTUNITY IN AUSTRALIA Introduction: The Changing Landscape of Australian Wealth Australia’s story has long been one of progress, prosperity, and the promise that each generation will enjoy a better life than the last. For decades, this narrative held true: baby boomers and their parents benefited from robust economic growth, affordable housing,…

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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…

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The Art and Science of Fund Manager Selection

Balancing Philosophy, Performance and Investor Resilience Introduction: The Importance of Choosing the Right Fund Manager For Australian investors, selecting a fund manager is one of the most consequential decisions in the journey toward financial security. The right manager can help navigate volatile markets, safeguard capital, and deliver consistent returns, while the wrong choice can erode…

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Smart Super Strategies for this EOFY

Superannuation Financial Advisor

With June 30 fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about your super for another year. We’ve put together five smart strategies that may benefit you now, and help boost your super. Strategy This may be right if you……. How to use this strategy The benefits may include 1. Add to your super and get…

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Superannuation Beneficiaries

Can I nominate my siblings to receive my superannuation when I die? can only nominate your siblings in a binding death benefit nomination if they meet the definition of a depen- dent under superannuation law at the time of your death. This means they would need to be financially dependent on you, in an interdependent…

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Home Equity Access Scheme (HEAS)

My friend mentioned they’re using the Home Equity Access Scheme (HEAS) to help fund their retirement. What is it, and how much can I get from it? The Home Equity Access Scheme (HEAS) is a government initiative that allows eligible older Australians to supple- ment their retirement income by unlocking equity in their home or…

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