A super split for couples
Thanks to new legislation, Australians are now able to split superannuation contributions between their own and their spouse's superannuation account. Using this strategy in the lead up to retirement can offer couples opportunities to minimise tax and boost their retirement income later down the track…

Give your child a head start - and avoid the taxes!
Teaching your children to be financially aware at an early age is essential and an initial investment from a parent or grandparent can provide just the right building blocks to help get them started…

Changing jobs or facing redundancy?
Facing redundancy or simply changing jobs can be challenging. While worrying about finding a new job and when the next payday might be, many forget about the super they left behind or make hasty decisions about payouts from their former employer. Here we look at the options you have in relation to superannuation and Eligible Termination Payments (ETPs).

Share trading - buy, sell or hold?
According to the Australian Stock Exchange, 44% of Australian adults now hold direct shares. With online trading becoming more popular, buying and selling shares has never been easier - but how should you react when experts say to “sell out” or “buy up”?

Transition to an easy retirement
More and more people are working through their 50s and 60s using part-time work to ease the jump into complete retirement. This trend has prompted the Government to make the 'transition to retirement' easier by giving Australians access to their super before retiring…

Managing Director's Report
Happy 2006 - the good news!
At this time of year, many experts are projecting what can go wrong. We discuss why 2006 should be a good year…

Take control of your retirement planning today!
How can you maximise income in retirement and reduce your tax liability? Attend a retirement seminar to help you take control of your future…

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