Articles by
Barbara Drury
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What are annuities, and how can they help in retirement?
Modern annuities not only offer guaranteed income in retirement but some pay income for life and may increase your Age Pension entitlements.
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Super fund performance reckoners: Monthly returns for 5 investment categories
In our reckoner below you can view the median monthly investment returns for 5 superannuation investment options going back to January 2016.
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Super fund performance: Monthly returns to April 2026
Super funds bounced back in April despite ongoing volatility and are on course for another positive financial year.
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Asset valuation guidelines for SMSFs
End of financial year asset valuations are routine for SMSF trustees, but they will assume even more importance with the introduction of Division 296 tax.
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SuperGuide news for May 2026
Performance test updated, Free retirement planning tools, UniSuper cuts fees, Dodgy dental scams, Greenwashing fears, Telstra Super fail
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MySuper funds: What they are and who offers them
Default MySuper funds have been undergoing a makeover in recent years, with performance under the microscope and fees falling.
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Super fund mergers: What does it mean for members?
If your fund is involved in a merger, don’t panic. You could end up better off, but you do need to make sure your new fund is still a good fit.
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How to get ready for retirement if you own a business
You’ve worked hard to build your business, but when retirement beckons it’s time to fold your business plan into your personal retirement planning.
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Consider these two risks before you start a super pension
With a little planning, you can ensure your retirement income lasts the distance, come what may.
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Pension fund performance: Monthly returns to March 2026
Escalating US-Iran conflict in the Middle East took a toll on pension funds in March but returns have bounced back in April.
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Managing your SMSF in a downturn
With slower growth, higher inflation and volatile markets the order of the day, investors need a plan to help them navigate choppy waters.
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Retiring soon? Here are 6 questions you need to answer first
From planning your retirement income to where you will live and how you will spend your time, there’s a lot to think about in the run-up to retirement.
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Retirement income rules of thumb: Do they measure up?
Working out how much income you will need in retirement is no easy task, but some simple short cuts may provide an estimate to start the planning process.
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How to strengthen your finances in retirement
If the rising cost of living is eating into your retirement savings, it’s time to review your budget and look for potential sources of additional income.
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Choosing a lifecycle option for your age group
If your super is invested in a lifecycle fund, or you are interested in exploring your options, SuperGuide’s new lifecycle comparison tool can help.
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SMSF minimum pension payments: Rules and strategies
For SMSF members in retirement phase, strict rules apply to minimum pension payments and breaches can be costly.
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SMSF returns are competitive with large funds
SMSFs still underperform large super funds in years when markets are strong, but consistently beat the big end of town over five years.
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Super fund performance reckoners: Annual returns for 5 investment categories
In these reckoners you can view the median super fund returns for 1, 3, 5, 7, 10 and 15 years across five different investment options for the last 10 calendar years and 9 financial years.
