I took time off to raise my kids. How do I get my super back on track?

I took time off to raise my kids. How do I get my super back on track?

When topping up your superannuation,think about how much are you prepared to sacrifice now,for that extra level of financial security later in life?

  • byPaul Benson

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Will the July 1 tax cuts affect property prices?
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Opinion

Will the July 1 tax cuts affect property prices?

Could the tax cuts coming in this year make it unprofitable for investors to hold on to their investment properties?

  • byNoel Whittaker
I’m terminally ill,what should I do with my super?
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Opinion

I’m terminally ill,what should I do with my super?

Along with ticking off a few bucket list items,accessing your super within the right time frame is important.

  • byPaul Benson
What’s the best way to put my inheritance into my super?

What’s the best way to put my inheritance into my super?

There are two ways to contribute extra money to your superannuation,and each have their own pros and cons.

  • byNoel Whittaker
I’m a single mum on $300k a year. Will I have enough in retirement?
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Opinion

I’m a single mum on $300k a year. Will I have enough in retirement?

As a high-income earner with significant assets,a comfortable retirement is attainable. However,there are a few things to keep in mind.

  • byPaul Benson
Help! I’m six months behind on my mortgage,how do I save my house?
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Opinion

Help! I’m six months behind on my mortgage,how do I save my house?

If you’re languishing under high mortgage repayments,there are a number of steps you can take to get back on track.

  • byNicole Pedersen-McKinnon
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Can I avoid the Medicare levy if I salary sacrifice?

Can I avoid the Medicare levy if I salary sacrifice?

Salary sacrificing to buy a home will reduce your taxable income in the eyes of the ATO,but not when it comes to the Medicare levy.

  • byNoel Whittaker
I just inherited $1 million,what should I do with it?

I just inherited $1 million,what should I do with it?

It can certainly be daunting when receiving an inheritance of a significant size,so it’s important to be clear on what your goals are.

  • byPaul Benson
Why do I have to withdraw more of my super as I get older?

Why do I have to withdraw more of my super as I get older?

While it might seem counterintuitive for the government to force you to draw down more of your super,there is method to the madness.

  • byNoel Whittaker
I’m too old to get a home loan,what should I do with my savings?
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Opinion

I’m too old to get a home loan,what should I do with my savings?

If the bank won’t lend you money for a home,there are ways you can still get into the property market.

  • byPaul Benson
Does having a holiday home mean we can’t get the pension?
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Opinion

Does having a holiday home mean we can’t get the pension?

It’s likely a holiday home with a decent value would exempt you from the pension,though that may change over time.

  • byNoel Whittaker