How Much Can I Put Into Super As A Lump Sum?
Knowing how much you can put into superannuation each year is important if you are looking to maximise your super contributions. Every year, there are changes to superannuation rules, contribution caps and various thresholds. This article is going to explain how much...Age Limits For Superannuation Contributions
Age limits for superannuation contributions are important for determining who can and who cannot make contributions to superannuation and the type of contributions that can be made. The age limits and types of contributions that can be made to super have changed a few...
Advantages and Disadvantages of Non-Concessional Contributions
There are a number of advantages and disadvantages of non-concessional contributions. These benefits and downsides of non-concessional contributions need to be considered prior to making any contributions to superannuation. There are two types of contributions that...
Maximum Superannuation Contribution Base
The maximum superannuation contribution base refers to the quarterly wage earned by an employee that the employer is required to pay Mandatory Superannuation Guarantee (SG) payments on. The Superannuation Guarantee Levy is the compulsory superannuation contribution...SGC Age Limit
The SGC age limit refers to the age of an employee who is eligible to receive mandatory employer super contributions. Superannuation Guarantee Contirbutions (SGC) are required to be paid by an employer into an employee’s super account. SGC must be paid by the...Superannuation Rules for Over 65
What are the superannuation rules for individuals aged over 65? This covers accessing superannuation rules for people over aged 65, as well as contribution rules for people aged over 65. Age 65 is a significant age in relation to superannuation both in terms of...Disadvantages of Non-Concessional Contributions
There are a number of disadvantages of non-concessional contributions to super. The disadvantages of non-concessional contributions are predominately based around accessibility, but there are other disadvantages too. A non-concessional contribution to super is a type...Superannuation Work Test
Meeting the Superannuation Work Test is required for members who have reached age 65 and wish to make or receive certain contributions. The Government did not make any changes to the superannuation work test from 1 July 2017. Members under age 65 are not required to...Non Concessional Contribution Cap 2017/2018
As of 1 July 2017, there is a significant reduction in the Non-Concessional Contribution cap compared to previous years. The reduction in the Non-Concessional Contribution cap is another measure aimed at reducing the effective tax concessions available for wealthier...
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