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Has the GFC ended the party?
[Posted
28 Feb 2010]
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ACSRF takes a look at what should be happening with retirement plans and savings in the wake of the GFC, which has put an end to the party for many people who relied on debt to sustain a lifestyle.
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ACSRF supports Caritas’ blueprint for positive social change
[Posted
12 Feb 2010]
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Reinforcing its commitment to supporting local communities around the country, ACSRF is joining forces with aid and development agency Caritas Australia.
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Super contribution caps can have a sting in the tail
[Posted
29 Jan 2010]
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It's important for members to understand the rules in relation to limits or caps that apply to all contributions made into their super funds.
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New Year’s Resolution: Make an appointment with a financial planner
[Posted
31 Dec 2009]
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One important item that should be at the top of your resolutions for the New Year.
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Planning your retirement
[Posted
22 Dec 2009]
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The holiday season often encourages thoughts of retirement. Read more to learn about some issues associated with timing retirement that can advantage you financially.
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Our new fund name - what it means for you
[Posted
25 Nov 2009]
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Australia’s largest Catholic super fund, the Catholic Superannuation and Retirement Fund (CSRF), has announced it is changing its name and logo to represent the Australia-wide membership base of the Fund.
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Soft solutions to tough problems
[Posted
24 Nov 2009]
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A solution to the debt woes of the younger generation is to use the compulsory protection of long-term savings that superannuation offers – preservation can be a positive.
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Finding solutions for adequate super in retirement
[Posted
27 Oct 2009]
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The Government is looking for solutions to adequacy of super issues and many mid to ageing members are also planning thoughtfully for the years ahead.
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Every cloud has a silver lining, even that over super
[Posted
17 Sep 2009]
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It may be time to reassess your situation and reconsider your thoughts on your super and future retirement plans now that the GFC 'cloud' is not casting such a widespread shadow on us all.
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Be the architect for your own financial future
[Posted
24 Aug 2009]
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Improving your financial education will really help you to assess your situation, understand investments and risks and ultimately to make better-informed decisions for your future.
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The results are in for CSRF’s newsletter survey
[Posted
13 Aug 2009]
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Thanks to all members and employers who participated in our recent newsletter survey. Here, we've provided a brief summary of the results for you and listed the names of our 10 prize winners.
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Super remains a good tax-effective structure
[Posted
08 Jul 2009]
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Consider all your options carefully before exiting the super system as there are valuable benefits and tax advantages to be gained, which may not be available in other investment structures.
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CSRF urges Australians to take note of superannuation changes in new financial year
[Posted
08 Jul 2009]
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CSRF offers three simple strategies to tackle new super rules.
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Super should fund futures not Government spending initiatives
[Posted
01 Jun 2009]
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The superannuation industry may not have been as badly treated in the recent budget as was predicted, but nevertheless, continuing to use this system to close funding gaps in the short-term could be dangerous to its long-term viability.
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The May 2009 Federal Budget: Some say it could have been worse
[Posted
25 May 2009]
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Read the full article to learn if any of the key announcements made in the May Budget concerning superannuation will affect your super or pension when they take effect from 1 July 2009.
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ME Bank stands by you in the tough times as well as the good
[Posted
09 Apr 2009]
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Members Equity Bank (ME Bank) welcomes the Federal Government’s initiative to encourage Australian banks to adopt a set of common principles to assist individual borrowers who are facing temporary financial hardship.
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Somebody has to pay the bill
[Posted
09 Apr 2009]
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Learn more about Treasury Secretary Ken Henry’s tax review and the possible recommendations that may be carried through to the May Federal Budget and how these may impact your super or allocated pension.
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Using one Government handout to gain another
[Posted
19 Mar 2009]
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If you are still working, have qualifying income and are under the age of 71 at the end of June 2009, then the Government Co-Contribution Scheme may provide you with the opportunity to turn your handout of up to $900 from the Government's recently announced economic stimulus package into a savings benefit of up to $2,250, completely tax-free.
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