Can my SMSF invest in gold and silver bullion?
Yes – your SMSF can invest in gold and silver bullion and other precious metals as part of your investment strategy however there are a number of rules that you must comply with. Importantly, an SMSF investment in gold or silver bullion valued entirely on the spot price of the precious metal. Gold bullion is […]
How much super do I need in retirement, and how can I boost my super balance?
Knowing how much you need in retirement is more about knowing what kind of lifestyle you desire when you have retired, or, transitioning to retirement. According to the ASFA Retirement Standard, for a single person that magic number is $545,000. But according to the ABS – the average super balances for the entire working population1 […]