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Reversionary pension advantages can provide valuable certainty and continuity for beneficiaries after the death of a superannuation member.

SMSF tax planning can become particularly important in the period between a member’s death and the following 30

For SMSF trustees, a reversionary pension can create more than personal super consequences — it may also materially

For beneficiaries focused on estate planning, preserving contribution flexibility after inheriting a reversionary pension may be especially valuable.

For many Australians, one of the biggest hidden consequences of inheriting a reversionary ABP is its impact on

Reversionary beneficiaries often hear they have 12 months to “sort things out” after inheriting a pension. Technically, this

From 1 July 2026, Australia’s non-concessional contribution (NCC) cap will increase from $120,000 to $130,000, lifting the maximum

Bring-forward rule traps can arise when a superannuation contribution is not treated as intended. While many investors focus

One of the most striking examples from FirstTech’s March 2026 guide involved a client whose super strategy was

Many super contribution mistakes don’t come from intentional NCCs — they often come from contributions that were never

The bring-forward rule allows eligible individuals under age 75 to contribute up to three years’ worth of NCC

While much attention has focused on newly proposed Budget measures, several important changes have already been legislated and

The Federal Budget 2026–27 includes several additional measures aimed at improving productivity, strengthening investor protections and helping fund

The Federal Budget 2026–27 includes significant new funding and reforms aimed at improving aged care services, increasing residential

The Federal Budget 2026–27 includes several important social security measures aimed at improving government services and adjusting pension

The Federal Budget 2026–27 introduces several important business taxation measures aimed at simplifying tax administration and improving cash

The 2026–27 Federal Budget introduces some of the most significant proposed personal tax reforms in recent years. The

When a spouse or beneficiary inherits a reversionary account-based pension (ABP), many Australians assume they automatically have 12

For retirees receiving or planning for Centrelink benefits, death benefit structure can influence more than super outcomes —

Reversionary pensions can offer major advantages — but they are not always superior in every scenario. One overlooked