 Shelley Banton Director, Super Clarity
SHELLEY BANTON | THURSDAY, 29 JAN 2026 The consequences of underpaying a pension in the 2025 financial year just got a whole lot tougher. Read more SHELLEY BANTON | FRIDAY, 11 APR 2025 Strict rules apply to making personal deductible contributions and adherence to them is crucial as the ATO has no related discretionary powers. Read more SHELLEY BANTON | FRIDAY, 17 JAN 2025 Property investment within SMSFs remains a popular strategy for building retirement wealth, but compliance requires a comprehensive approach. Read more SHELLEY BANTON | FRIDAY, 20 SEP 2024 Is near enough good enough when valuing SMSF assets? Read more SHELLEY BANTON | FRIDAY, 2 FEB 2024 While it might appear straightforward, attention to detail is the key to owning SMSF assets. With Regulation 4.09A of the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Regulations 1994 now one of the most reported breaches to the Australian Taxation Office ... Read more SHELLEY BANTON | THURSDAY, 25 JAN 2018 As SMSF trustees start to chase higher returns in a low-interest rate economy, interest in investing in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC) is on the rise. Read more PAGE: 1 |
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Small fee increases cost nest eggs $77k: Vanguard
A new analysis from Vanguard Australia shows superannuation funds charging marginal fee increases can cost members $77,000 in retirement.
MySuper assets pursue $1.5tn Choice sector
MySuper assets are fast catching up to the $1.5 trillion Choice sector, hitting nearly $1.2 trillion in the March quarter.
SMC pushes for carers to qualify for SG
Australia's unpaid carers could retire with up to $45,000 more in superannuation if the federal government extends the Super Guarantee (SG) to the Carer Payment, according to new research from the Super Members Council (SMC).
FEATURE | Member engagement | On the ball
Disengagement has cast a long shadow over the superannuation system, undermining the potential for members to achieve better retirement outcomes. A mixture of policy changes and increased awareness, however, is finally shifting members' attitude. Karren Vergara writes.
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SHARON DAVIS
NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
FUTURE GROUP AUSTRALIA HOLDINGS PTY LTD
NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
FUTURE GROUP AUSTRALIA HOLDINGS PTY LTD
Sharon Davis has always been fascinated by the human condition; it has driven her passion for people, her career, and building a better future for the next generation and beyond. Eliza Bavin writes.
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