Simplifying Investing

Have you ever wondered what a self-managed super fund is and whether it's right for you? This week, we sit down with SuperConcepts' Executive Manager, Graeme Colley, to chat through the basics of the SMSF, and offer you an insight into whether an SMSF is the best vehicle to help save for your retirement. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances i...

When it comes to preparing for your retirement, there is no such thing as a silly question. That’s why AMP’s Workplace Education Manager Jess Arambulo meets with super members to help them map out their future. In this episode, Jess answers the top five most common questions she faces, and examines topics including fee structures, the benefits of salary sacrificing and why it’s important to nomina...

Have you ever wondered who keeps your super safe until you retire? This week, AMP Australia’s Workplace Solutions General Manager, Briony Barclay-Ridge joins us to explain how the superannuation savings of members are held within trusts and the role of the trustee board of directors that oversee that fund. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances...

Dr. Shane Oliver, AMP Capital's Head of Investment Strategy and Chief Economist, shares his top five investment mantras. This is the second of two episodes featuring Dr. Oliver’s insights on investments and superannuation. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not ge...

Dr Shane Oliver, AMP Capital's Head of Investment Strategy and Chief Economist, discusses Australia’s improving economic growth, low interest rates and what it all means for superannuation growth assets. This is the first of two episodes featuring Dr Oliver's insights on investments and superannuation. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances int...

With end of financial year just around the corner, learn about options to maximise your super balance and even save on tax. In the second episode of a two-part special, AMP superannuation expert John Perri shares end of year strategies for super. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. Any general tax information provided is intend...

With end of financial year just around the corner, learn about options to maximise your super balance and even save on tax. In the first of a two-part special, AMP superannuation expert John Perri shares end of year strategies for super. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. Any general tax information provided is intended as a g...

Whether retirement feels light years away or finally within reach, it’s never too early to start preparing for a comfortable retirement. In the final instalment of our special retirement series, we chat to AMP’s Technical Strategy Manager John Perri about the aged pension and tips for tips for retirement planning. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circu...

In this bonus episode of Simplifying Super, AMP superannuation expert John Perri breaks down the key announcements from the 2021-22 Budget relating to super. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speaking to a professional before deciding what’s right for you. The opinio...

Whether retirement feels light years away or finally within reach, it’s never too early to start preparing for a comfortable retirement. In part one of a two-part series, AMP’s Technical Strategy Manager John Perri answers some of the most commonly asked questions about retirement, including the age-old question of how much money you actually need for a comfortable retirement. Important informatio...

It’s something we never want to think about but is important to be prepared for. In this episode, AMP’s Technical Strategy Manager John Perri explains how super is treated differently to other assets when a person dies. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. It’s im...

Superannuation is often one of our greatest assets but how exactly do you access it? In this episode, AMP’s Technical Strategy Fabian Bussoletti explains how to get money out of super. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only and not to be relied upon. It’s important y...

Did you know that there are several ways to make contributions to your super? In this episode we talk to AMP Technical Strategy Manager Fabian Bussoletti about all the ways to contribute to your super and what some of the benefits might be. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. Its important you consider your personal circumstanc...

In the first episode of AMP’s Simplifying Super podcast, we delve into the ins and outs of how superannuation works with our Technical Strategy Manager John Perri. Important information: The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only and is based on the individual’s general understanding of taxation law...