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Taxation and superannuation
Topic : Taxation and superannuation
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Chapter 1 :
Taxation and deductions
People pay a whole range of taxes to fund vital government services
Most people understand that the collection of tax is essential to society
Some critics of our progressive tax system argue for a flat tax
There are many types or modes of taxes
Tax deductions allow us to reduce our tax based on work expenses
Chapter 2 :
Superannuation and societal benefits
Superannuation is a special fixed term investment for our retirement
Working people receive a nine per cent super payment on top of their salary
Superannuation allows generous tax incentives to boost retirement income
Superannuation helps reduce the large costs of looking after our ageing population
We can now nominate the best super fund for our needs
Chapter 3 :
Superannuation for individuals
All employees are entitled to a nine percent superannuation guarantee provided by their employer
A concessional contribution is a payment that occurs before tax that may be claimed as a deduction or operating expense by the contributor
Salary sacrificing allows an employee to add to their superannuation while reducing their taxable income
A non-concessional contribution is a post-tax contribution made in addition to concessional contributions
Time is advantageous with regard to the long-term growth of super but employees must wait to receive the benefits
Legislation can have a significant effect on how super is managed, invested, taxed and paid
Chapter 4 :
Choosing a super fund
An accumulation fund is one that calculates retirement benefits according to the amount contributed by employers and employees
Accumulation funds are good for members with limited financial management skills, though members must be aware of the fund's fees and commissions
A defined benefit fund is one that calculates benefits according to employment factors such as length of service and average salary
Defined benefit funds are best for long-term employees but due to recent trends in work patterns, they could become less attractive
A self-managed fund is where the beneficiary is also the fund trustee
Self-managed funds give the trustee control over their money but the trustee is also financially and legally responsible for the fund's investments
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