Confirming your identity with Centrelink
When it comes to applying for a Centrelink entitlement, most people are quickly overwhelmed with the length of the application process. Various forms take time and effort, and the stress can often make it easy to forget that Centrelink requires additional details including some to confirm your identity. It is only after they confirm your…
Read MoreCommon Redundancy FAQs
While the idea of facing a redundancy isn’t pleasant, it can be a possibility. To help guide you through the process, below are the answers to the questions we hear most frequently. How much will I receive? Whilst the total size of a redundancy package will vary from situation to situation, packages will typically include…
Read MoreMuirfield Centrelink Seminar
Earlier today, 25th May, 2016, Muirfield held a public seminar to educate Age Pensioners what the implications will be when Centrelink change the asset thresholds from January 2017. If you would like to review the presentation we have attached a copy here, otherwise, if you have further questions please do not hesitate to contact our office…
Read MoreMuirfield Budget Update – May 2016
The 2016 Budget was handed down last night with a strong focus on Superannuation. The Government was quick to point out that 96% of individuals with superannuation will not be affected by these changes. For those who are planning for retirement, this budget may result in the need to review your strategy. To help your understanding we have summarised the changes we believe may impact…
Read MoreAutumn eNews 2016
Our Autumn edition of the Muirfield eNews is all about Centrelink. With Centrelink changes set for January 2017 and the upcoming Government Budget we feel this is a timely discussion. To read the current edition, click here. All the best! The Muirfield Team
Read MoreChanges to Age Pension in 2017
Beginning January 2017 a reduction to the current asset threshold for the Age Pension will be implemented. For many, this will result in the loss of, or reduction to, Centrelink entitlements. To help you understand the impact on your situation, we have broken down the changes below. What are the changes? Centrelink determines your Age…
Read MoreAge Pension FAQ’s
The complexity of Centrelink rules can be overwhelming. As experts in this field, we regularly receive questions and ‘what if’ scenarios to assist clients to make sense of it all. For your benefit, we have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions. What’s the maximum amount of Pension I can receive? Single…
Read MoreMarket Volatility – Where to next?
It has been a tough six months for investment markets and times like these can be stressful. No one likes to see the value of their investments decline and you may well have asked yourself if a change is warranted. Whilst a more conservative approach may assist your short-term concerns you’ll find…
Read MoreSummer eNews 2016
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Read MoreSuper Contribution Limits
We are often asked to explain the superannuation contribution caps. Kate found this helpful video which explains them in a straightforward way.
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