Superannuation
Superannuation
You’ve worked hard for your money – now let us help you make the most of it, with a superannuation that best suits your needs.
We have access to a comprehensive range of superannuation products issued by the leading providers. We provide extensive investment choice and services to manage your superannuation your way.
Access a full range of superannuation, SMSF and investment options, online portfolio management tools, reports and competitive pricing, while taking advantage of fee-saving opportunities.
Superannuation (or ‘super’) is a compulsory system of placing a minimum percentage of your income into a fund to support your financial needs in retirement.
Superannuation is a way to save for your retirement. The money comes from contributions made into your super fund by your employer, and ideally, topped up by your own money as well.
Your employer must pay 11 % of your salary into a super fund. This is called Super Guarantee and it is the minimum. The Super Guarantee is expected to gradually increase to 12% in coming years based on current legislation. Super is a lifetime investment that has many benefits.
What are the benefits of Superannuation?
Your super is the key to having enough money to live comfortably in retirement. Superannuation is payable on your base wage at the government guaranteed rate of 9.5%.
There is a 15% ‘contributions tax’ on EVERY pre-tax voluntary/employee contribution and there are methods and strategies to avoid paying as much tax, but you need to speak to a professional to find out how as it is not automatically set up.
There are options available to make your Superannuation work more efficiently, another reason to speak with a consultant from FAA.
How does Superannuation work?
Start planning now
Even if your retirement is still a long way off, it pays to start building your super sooner rather than later. You might be surprised at how a small increase to your super now could have a big impact in the long run. Let us show you how.
Find your lost Super
If some of it is yours, it’s important to get it now. After all, it’s your money, and once you retire, you’ll need it. Fortunately, it’s never been easier to find your lost super, just go online and create a myGov account and link this to the ATO.
All that you will need is your Tax File Number and some other information to prove your identity, such as your bank account details and the details of your current super fund.
Consolidate your Super
By consolidating your Superannuation accounts, you will benefit from one administration fee instead of multiple and other Superannuation running costs. By not consolidating you run the risk that fees will eventually leave you with no Superannuation money.
Make extra contributions
Relying on the employer Superannuation guarantee contribution of 9.5% will most likely not provide you with enough Superannuation in retirement. It is worth considering options like pre-tax salary sacrifices or personal contributions from your take-home pay to help grow your super ‘nest egg’.
You have other options than…
If you would like more control over how your money is invested, you might prefer a fund that offers more investment choice. If you would like more diversification, flexibility or a service that offers some security than speak up, it is important that you ask and compare.
Check your investment options
Make sure your super is invested into the right option for you. Most of us leave our super invested in the default investment option. However, the default choice is unlikely to be the right one. As an example, if you are younger and have plenty of time on your hands before retirement, you might prefer a high growth option that is likely to deliver better returns over the long term. Whereas, if you are nearing retirement, you are likely to prefer a more conservative option that focuses on keeping your retirements savings safer.
Get professional advice
Managing your finances can be hard work even if you have some financial knowledge. We can help you identify different investment strategies, the level of risk involved, and the potential returns you can expect.
Secure Your Retirement with Advice House!
Take charge of your retirement destiny with Advice House. Our Super and SMSF expertise and personalised approach ensure that your Superannuation Fund becomes a powerful tool for securing the retirement you deserve.
For a complimentary appointment with one of our qualified and experienced financial advisors on the Sunshine Coast, contact us today.
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