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Transition to retirement rules Under the transition to retirement rules, when you reach your preservation age, you may be able to reduce your working hours without

About downsizer contributions If you are 55 or older, you may be able to contribute up to $300,000 from the proceeds of the sale (or

Your superannuation investment grows through: your employer’s compulsory super guarantee contributions (concessional contributions) any voluntary contributions out of your pre-tax income, such as salary sacrifice and personal contributions you’re allowed as

Key takeaways If you’re an Australian resident and able to access the full Age Pension, you can receive up to $1,096.70 per fortnight for singles

Iron ore has been the backbone of the Australian economy and many investment portfolios for much of the 21st century. Export of the commodity saw

It has been a wild ride for the Australian dollar since the Covid-19 pandemic struck and that could mean good news or bad news for

Key takeaways The power of compound returns cannot be overstated, and the longer your funds have to grow, the better Spreading your investments across different

If you find a transaction in your account that you don’t recognise, it could be unauthorised or mistaken. If you think something is wrong, contact

One of the biggest challenges first home buyers face at present is saving for a decent deposit. While there are definitely some advantages to buying

What is a salary sacrifice arrangement? Salary sacrifice is an agreement with your employer to contribute a certain amount of your pre-tax salary or potential

Key takeaways It’s hard to predict what your expenses will be when you retire, but knowing what your lifestyle costs are now, will provide a

Preparing to retire is emotional and practical. Making a retirement plan can help you manage your finances, and cope better as your life and priorities