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Super contribution caps can have a sting in the tail
[Posted
29 Jan 2010]
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It's important for members to understand the rules in relation to limits or caps that apply to all contributions made into their super funds.
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Planning your retirement
[Posted
22 Dec 2009]
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The holiday season often encourages thoughts of retirement. Read more to learn about some issues associated with timing retirement that can advantage you financially.
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Soft solutions to tough problems
[Posted
24 Nov 2009]
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A solution to the debt woes of the younger generation is to use the compulsory protection of long-term savings that superannuation offers – preservation can be a positive.
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Finding solutions for adequate super in retirement
[Posted
27 Oct 2009]
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The Government is looking for solutions to adequacy of super issues and many mid to ageing members are also planning thoughtfully for the years ahead.
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Every cloud has a silver lining, even that over super
[Posted
17 Sep 2009]
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It may be time to reassess your situation and reconsider your thoughts on your super and future retirement plans now that the GFC 'cloud' is not casting such a widespread shadow on us all.
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Be the architect for your own financial future
[Posted
24 Aug 2009]
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Improving your financial education will really help you to assess your situation, understand investments and risks and ultimately to make better-informed decisions for your future.
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The results are in for CSRF’s newsletter survey
[Posted
13 Aug 2009]
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Thanks to all members and employers who participated in our recent newsletter survey. Here, we've provided a brief summary of the results for you and listed the names of our 10 prize winners.
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Super remains a good tax-effective structure
[Posted
08 Jul 2009]
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Consider all your options carefully before exiting the super system as there are valuable benefits and tax advantages to be gained, which may not be available in other investment structures.
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Super should fund futures not Government spending initiatives
[Posted
01 Jun 2009]
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The superannuation industry may not have been as badly treated in the recent budget as was predicted, but nevertheless, continuing to use this system to close funding gaps in the short-term could be dangerous to its long-term viability.
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The May 2009 Federal Budget: Some say it could have been worse
[Posted
25 May 2009]
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Read the full article to learn if any of the key announcements made in the May Budget concerning superannuation will affect your super or pension when they take effect from 1 July 2009.
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Somebody has to pay the bill
[Posted
09 Apr 2009]
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Learn more about Treasury Secretary Ken Henry’s tax review and the possible recommendations that may be carried through to the May Federal Budget and how these may impact your super or allocated pension.
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Using one Government handout to gain another
[Posted
19 Mar 2009]
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If you are still working, have qualifying income and are under the age of 71 at the end of June 2009, then the Government Co-Contribution Scheme may provide you with the opportunity to turn your handout of up to $900 from the Government's recently announced economic stimulus package into a savings benefit of up to $2,250, completely tax-free.
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Independent review of most-trusted CEOs in super
[Posted
09 Mar 2009]
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As CEO of CSRF, Australia’s largest Catholic superannuation fund, Greg Cantor was recently invited to participate in an independent review to share his views on the current economic climate, how the Fund and its members are weathering the storm and what CSRF is doing to reassure, support and assist members. The review was conducted by financial services industry PR and marketing specialists Evolution Media.
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Government announces relief for retirees – 50% reduction in minimum pension drawdown
[Posted
26 Feb 2009]
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Read the full article to learn more or contact your local CSRF office on 1300 658 776 for assistance.
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LEGISLATION UPDATE: Changes to bankruptcy legislation
[Posted
24 Feb 2009]
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In some circumstances, super contributions made prior to bankruptcy can be declared void.
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LEGISLATION UPDATE: Changes to treatment of super for temporary residents
[Posted
24 Feb 2009]
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Benefits may be paid to the Commissioner of Taxation if not claimed within six months of departing the country.
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LEGISLATION UPDATE: Increased rights for Same-sex partners
[Posted
24 Feb 2009]
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Same-sex partners now on equal footing with opposite-sex partners for superannuation purposes.
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Will your super have the luxury of time to recover?
[Posted
19 Feb 2009]
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The world economic crisis and global share market collapses have many retirees and pre-retirees wondering whether they will have enough time to see their depleted retirement savings recover.
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How is the global financial crisis affecting your super?
[Posted
09 Feb 2009]
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The superannuation industry bands together to urge Australians to keep the faith with their super
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Preserve and protect your family’s lifestyle
[Posted
21 Jan 2009]
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Superannuation funds have played a pivotal role in the creation of wealth over the past 15 years or so. Little public attention, however, has been given to the role super funds can play in the protection of wealth creation plans and the wellbeing of Australian families and their lifestyles.
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Is it time to become less defensive?
[Posted
29 Dec 2008]
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Let’s forget for a moment about the drop in valuation of your superannuation, property or share portfolios and reaffirm your faith in the quality of these investment vehicles and asset classes.
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Some history behind current share market volatility
[Posted
19 Nov 2008]
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A brief explanation of some of the reasons for and potential outcomes of the recent unrest in investment markets.
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No time for knee-jerk reactions
[Posted
21 Oct 2008]
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In times like these, people can experience a degree of investor anxiety and knee-jerk reactions, rather than strategic placement of investor funds, can produce poor yields for members over the longer term.
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Salary sacrifice benefits endure
[Posted
24 Sep 2008]
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Don't overreact to the market downturn...there can be enormous advantages to be had in using the superannuation system for your investment vehicle.
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Times are no longer booming for intending retirees
[Posted
25 Aug 2008]
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Lower investment returns and capital losses, even if only on paper, may now challenge some traditional conventions regarding retirement.
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CSRF goes short for Aussie equities in volatile times
[Posted
18 Aug 2008]
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• CSRF awards two Australian equities portfolio mandates totalling $200 million
• Appointment of Integrity Investment Management as value manager
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Retirement plan health check
[Posted
23 Jul 2008]
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The ill winds accompanying recent market volatility should not put people off course in a firmly set retirement plan. If you haven’t made your own plan then now is the time.
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CSRF taps into social media to understand GenY
[Posted
17 Jul 2008]
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And discovers a powerful tool to understand future members’ needs...
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Did you know you can now deduct financial planning fees from your CSRF super account?
[Posted
16 Jul 2008]
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CSRF offers you the option to pay for your financial planning advice by cheque, credit card or deduction from your CSRF superannuation account.
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