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Article Abstract:

The wealthy can profit by moving assets into a do-it-yourself superannuation fund as undeducted contributions. Wage earners, through salary sacrifice contributions, and the self-employed can gain tax deductions by shifting assets into superannuation. Investors are allowed to take money out of a superannuation fund, pay taxes on it and re-contribute the money to another fund.

Investments, Pension funds

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Global warning

Article Abstract:

Australian companies have moved away from defined benefits pension plans, and problems being experienced by UK and US plans serve as a warning for the future of these plans. In the US, the Pension Benefit Guarantee Corporation ensures that benefits are paid even if company assets have fallen short.

Evaluation, Defined benefit plans, Equity (Finance)

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Low risk, high time

Article Abstract:

The professionally managed superannuation funds have suffered negative returns for the second straight year. Super fund advisers rarely tell their clients to focus on lower risk investments, but for now it is good to develop strategies that protect against negative returns.

Investment advice, Investment Advisory Services, Investment advisers, Mutual fund industry

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