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Strategy, super & markets — explained properly.

Every article we publish, in one place: SMSF strategy, superannuation contributions, retirement income and our regular market reviews.

Superannuation

Division 296: The new $3M super tax — what high-balance members should do now

The $3 million super tax is now law and starts 1 July 2026 — but very different from the 2023 proposal. What changed, who's affected, and what to do now.

1 July 2026 · Read article →
Tax Strategy

End-of-financial-year super strategies: What to action before 30 June 2026

From contribution caps to bring-forward timing, here are the moves worth making before the 2026 financial year closes.

1 June 2026 · Read article →
Superannuation

The 2026-27 Federal Budget: What it means for your superannuation

Division 296, payday super and the contribution caps — the changes high-balance members should be watching closely.

1 May 2026 · Read article →
SMSF

SMSF property investment: The rules, risks and rewards

LRBAs, the sole purpose test, related party rules and when buying property through your fund makes sense.

3 April 2026 · Read article →
Superannuation

Salary sacrifice strategies: Turning pre-tax income into long-term super growth

Directing pre-tax salary into super can reduce your tax bill today while accelerating your retirement savings for tomorrow.

1 April 2026 · Read article →
Superannuation

Non-concessional contributions: Maximising your super with after-tax money

The $120k annual cap, bring-forward rule and total super balance thresholds — and how high-balance members can use them.

1 April 2026 · Read article →
Superannuation

Transition to Retirement: When to switch on your TTR pension and why timing matters

Understanding the optimal time to commence a TTR strategy can mean tens of thousands in tax savings over your final working years.

18 March 2026 · Read article →
Tax Strategy

Maximising concessional contributions before 30 June: A pre-retiree's checklist

With the financial year-end approaching, here's your step-by-step guide to ensuring you capture every available tax deduction.

22 February 2026 · Read article →
SMSF

Is an SMSF right for you? What the SSA™ designation means for your fund's governance

Self-managed super offers control and flexibility — but it's not for everyone. We break down the decision framework.

15 January 2026 · Read article →
Retirement Income

How much is enough? Sequencing risk and the case for a structured drawdown strategy

The order in which returns occur matters just as much as the average. Here's how to protect your retirement income.

10 December 2025 · Read article →
Investment

Active vs passive: Why a blended approach makes sense for Australian retirees in 2026

The active vs passive debate misses the point. We explain how a core-satellite approach delivers the best of both worlds.

18 November 2025 · Read article →
Insurance

Inside vs outside super: Where to hold your life and TPD insurance — and why it matters

The structure of your insurance can materially affect both your premiums and your estate. Here's the analysis.

12 September 2025 · Read article →
Superannuation

The $1.9M transfer balance cap: How to structure super when you're a high-balance member

Approaching or exceeding the cap? Here's how to optimise your accumulation and pension phases.

20 August 2025 · Read article →
Market Update

Q2 2025 Market Review: Tech rally, bank dividends, and what we're watching next

Australian equities outperformed global peers in Q2. We break down sector performance and our outlook.

22 July 2025 · Read article →
Tax Strategy

End-of-financial-year checklist for high-income earners: 12 strategies before 30 June

From salary sacrifice top-ups to capital gains harvesting — every strategy you should review this month.

5 June 2025 · Read article →
Retirement Income

Retirement income streams explained: Account-based vs annuity vs hybrid

Different income streams suit different needs. We compare the options for retirees seeking certainty and flexibility.

14 May 2025 · Read article →
SMSF

SMSF investment strategy: Why your trust deed review matters more than you think

Your SMSF investment strategy must align with your trust deed. Here's what the ATO is looking for.

8 April 2025 · Read article →