AGED CARE - KNOW WHAT'S INVOLVED

Aged care can be a tough subject for many families to broach, but as we enjoy longer lives, there’s a growing likelihood that at least part of our final years will be spent in formal care.

The decision to move into aged care doesn’t just come with a raft of emotional issues. There are also financial considerations. That’s because nursing home accommodation can involve substantial costs, especially for self-funded retirees.

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Belinda Frazer
DEALING WITH AN EXCESS SUPER CONTRIBUTIONS DETERMINATION

The ATO has begun issuing determinations to individuals who exceeded their concessional super contributions cap for the 2017-18 financial year. These determinations will also trigger amended income tax assessments and additional tax liabilities. Individuals can elect for the ATO to withdraw their excess contributions from their super fund to pay any additional personal tax liability. The key is to be aware of the time limits and avoid the pitfalls when making elections to release excess contributions.

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Belinda Frazer
EMBRACING THE FESTIVE SEASON SPIRIT

The festive season is a time in which many of us practice the Three R’s (Relaxation, Rejuvenation and Reflection). In addition to this, there is an important message to be had, which resides within the festive season spirit, and what it seeks to embody and impart upon us.

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Belinda Frazer
WHAT REALITY ARE YOU CREATING FOR YOURSELF?

Reality isn't something you perceive; it's something you create in your mind. Isaac Lidsky learned this profound lesson firsthand, when unexpected life circumstances yielded valuable insights. In this introspective, personal talk, he challenges us to let go of excuses, assumptions and fears, and accept the awesome responsibility of being the creators of our own reality.

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Belinda Frazer