It’s a common misconception that retirement marks the end of tax obligations, but income from investments, property or savings can still attract tax. Structuring your retirement income effectively, especially through superannuation, can make a significant difference to how much you keep and how far your savings go.
The potential need for assisted living is something we often avoid thinking about, but it is part of the financial planning process. Australia’s system is currently undergoing a major overhaul, with a new Aged Care Act set to take effect on 1 November 2025.
If a self-managed super fund (SMSF) has been part of your financial planning, you might wonder what actually changes in the background once retirement starts. Even if you have someone managing it for you, it’s fair to want a sense of what’s going on.
If retirement feels years away, you may have more options than you realise. Many Australians work longer than necessary, but financial strategies like the downsizer rules could help you retire sooner, depending on your circumstances.
A career change can bring fulfilment but may come with financial implications. It’s that time of year when many Australians are reviewing job satisfaction. Whether pursuing higher pay or passion, here are the key financial factors to consider before making the move.
Could a small change in your work-life balance help boost your super and save on your tax bill? If you’re over 60, a transition to retirement strategy (TTR) can help you achieve both short-term and long-term financial goals as retirement approaches.
Have you heard friends and family talk about reassessing their assets to secure the full age pension? Many Australians plan for this, but you should stop aspiring to do so. The comfortable, fulfilling lifestyle you’re accustomed to cannot be sustained at that rate.
While not a common practice, there may be circumstances where you might leverage your self-managed super fund (SMSF) to acquire your own assets and free up cash. This approach isn’t for everyone but can be beneficial in specific scenarios.
What is Division 293 superannuation tax? It sounds complicated, but it’s important for high-income earners to understand. If you want to know more about it, what it means, and whether you need to pay it, here’s what you need to know.
