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…

Tax contributions on your super

How much tax you pay on your super contributions and withdrawals depends on a variety of factors. The process takes into account your total super amount, your age, and the type of contribution or withdrawal you make.  How are super contributions taxed? The money that you contribute to your super account through your employer is…

Responding to an underperforming employee

Given how confusing and stressful these times have been for individuals, you might find that employees are not performing at the standard you expect them to. This can prevent the company from meeting its goals and slow down growth.  It is important that you critique yourself before you start questioning the employee. The employee should…

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…

Small business CGT concessions

Businesses receive four different types of concessions on top of CGT exemptions and rollovers which are available to everyone. These allow businesses to disregard or defer some or all of the capital gains from an active asset which is used in the business. The four additional concessions include: 15-year exemption: If the business has owned…

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…