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Superannuation conditions of release
Here is what you need to know about cashing in your superannuation early. To cash in super benefits, a member must satisfy one of the conditions of release outlined by the ATO. Unrestricted non-preserved benefits may be cashed at any time. This is a simple video created by the ATO to help understand what it […]
Real Life Income Protection Story
For Scottie, Income Protection Insurance was something that became invaluable when we was struck down by bowel cancer. Thankfully, he has made it through and has a powerful real life income protection story to tell. This is a great example of how Trauma Insurance (otherwise known as Critical Illness Insurance) can make a huge difference […]
Four ways to boost your spouse’s super
Do you have a relatively good level of superannuation? Has your spouse been out of the workforce, looking after kids or running a business without contributing to super? Heard all the ‘hype’ about Self Managed Super Funds and want to see how you can boost your super accounts to make it work? It’s not uncommon […]
Why Men pay more than women…
A common question when considering Life Insurance for Men and Life Insurance for Women relating to premiums is why Men pay more than women. There are obviously statistical reasons for this, but we thought we would share some more practical examples of why this may be the case for our Friday funny… Have a great […]
Parents with children can relate!
I’m sure all the Mum’s and Dad’s can relate to this at some point or another. Enjoy. For Protection your Family can rely on, with simple advice speak to a Paul today on paul@jarickson.com.au or 1800 674 435.
When to Consider an SMSF
Self-managed super funds are also known as DIY super funds. They can have up to four members and are generally established by an individual or a family to manage the investment of their own superannuation savings. Members of the fund must also be trustees, unless a corporate trustee is appointed in which case all members […]
Self Managed Super Fund Trustee – which to choose?
Video>> When determining whether you are going to begin a Self Managed Super Fund, there are many questions you need to ask yourself (with your accountant) before finalising it. One of the major determinations is who is going to be the Self Managed Super Fund Trustee. Depending on the choice you make, this will make […]
Increasing protection without paperwork. Here’s how
For someone who is either an active investor in property, or continually changing their business debt to accommodate growth, the need for protecting that debt and the assets behind it is always added work, and sometimes require further medical evidence and paperwork. But what if it was possible to increase the insurance benefits without the […]
Commercial property investment over Residential – The basics?
When talking property investment we generally think of residential real estate, often giving little or no thought to commercial property as a viable investment solution. Commercial real estate is primarily used for business purposes and consists of three sectors – retail, office and industrial. Six major reasons to invest in commercial property: – higher returns which […]
Dont get stung with your SMSF!
Here is a quick lesson on SMSF that could potentially save you $17,700! In recent years, much has changed in the superannuation industry, and lots of the focus has always been on the Self Managed Super (SMSF) space because of the rise of popularity of it. One aspect of the SMSF space is compliance. Whilst […]