Super Transition to retirement

Transition to retirement

The transition to retirement (TTR) strategy allows you to access some of your super while you continue to work.  You are able to use the TTR strategy if you are aged 55 to 60. You can use it to supplement your income if you reduce your work hours or boost your super and save on…

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Super Super fund categories and what they mean

Super fund categories and what they mean

There are four different categories of super funds. These have different primary features and are more applicable to certain people than they are to others.  Retail super funds Anyone can join retail funds. They are mostly run by banks and investment companies: Allow for a wide range of investment options. Financial advisors may recommend this…

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Super What is an annuity

What is an annuity?

An annuity provides guaranteed income for a number of years, or for the rest of your life. It is also known as a lifetime or fixed-term pension.  You can buy an annuity from a super fund or life insurance company. You are able to choose whether you want the payments to last for a fixed…

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Super Super scams What to look out for

Super scams: What to look out for

The market for super funds is extremely competitive. Scammers take advantage of this by promising unrealistic benefits to acquire personal or account details. They are able to use this information to steal your identity or transfer your super to an account they can access.  Scammers can approach you in various ways. You could receive a…

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