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5 things you didn’t know you could claim on tax.
July 6th, 2016
What can you exactly claim on this years tax return? Not sure? Well here are some you may not have considered!
Ask Peter Scott
July 4th, 2016
Question 1: I have just retired and my wife and I are applying for the Age Pension, we also intend to draw a pension form First Super. In reviewing the application I noticed we have several payment options available if I should die after commencing the Pension. Could you please explain how these options work? […]
Why financial advisors aren’t just for the wealthy
March 29th, 2016
Financial advice can feel out of reach
for many of us. The reality of financial advice is actually very different – and with the help of your super fund, financial advice is a lot more accessible.
New job? Here are five things to consider before you start
March 29th, 2016
While starting a new job is an exciting time, there are a number of considerations that come with stepping into a shiny new role.
Is super worth it?
March 29th, 2016
It only takes two simple graphs to see just how big a role super could play in your retirement if you start making extra contributions earlier rather than later.
Ask Peter Scott
March 29th, 2016
In the Ask Peter Scott section of the December 2015 issues: Time to Enjoy and Time to Invest. There was a question and answer about divorce and superannuation. The answer was largely copied from a Trish Power article that is exclusively licenced to SuperGuide.com.au First Super apologises for the unauthorised re-production and not acknowledging the source […]
When your super does more than you expect it to
December 4th, 2015
John was permanently disabled and struggling with bills, until a First Super employee gave him the surprise of his life. Most people face a few obstacles in their lives, but some more than others. John, 56, was unable to work due to a disability. With John out of the workforce, life became a financial squeeze for himself and his […]
Senator Jennifer McAllister on closing the gender super gap
December 4th, 2015
Before the inquiry into Economic Security for Women in Retirement reports its findings, the senator tells how we can work together to achieve real change. As the Chair of the Australian Senate’s inquiry into Economic Security for Women in Retirement, Senator Jennifer McAllister wants to know why so many Australian women enter retirement financially underprepared, […]