The superannuation system is based on the notion that you can build up your nest egg steadily over the course of your working life, but that is not always the case. Read more

Accumulated through compulsory and voluntary contributions as well as earnings, superannuation is a significant source of retirement savings. As clients approach retirement, their minds often turn from accumulating to accessing their superannuation ... Read more

Residential aged care is that next step where, for a variety of reasons, a person can no longer live at home. Generally, this option is known to be for those who need that additional level of care. Read more

When a client moves into aged care, given that for many, a significant proportion of wealth is tied up in the family home, it is important to understand the impacts on social security and aged care means testing where the home is kept and rented out ... Read more

From a social security assessment point of view, the principal home is generally an exempt asset irrespective of the value of the home. However, there can be circumstances when the exemption may not apply. Read more

The Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) standards that came into effect from 1 January 2020 are compulsory for all financial advisers who provide financial services to retail clients. The FASEA Code of Ethics imposes ethical duties ... Read more

This paper shares some common queries around the technicalities for low means residents. Read more

The Centrelink treatment of granny flat arrangements is important to understand because of the implications for deprivation and homeownership. Granny flat arrangements can allow a person to transfer assets to another person in exchange for a life interest ... Read more

An aged care focus Read more

Moving into a granny flat is a great way to live close to loved ones while providing them with a first home or investment property, but before committing to such a drastic change in living arrangements it is crucial that a lawyer helps to draw up a ... Read more