Working for yourself doesn’t mean you’re alone. In fact, there’s 1.1 million other Australians just like you1. At AustralianSuper, we understand why people like yourself – contractors, gig-economy workers, freelancers and trade experts – want to be your own boss and focus on what’s important to you.
A little now could be a lot in the future
Even if retirement feels far away, saving for your future now can pay off. By adding to your super now3, you could enjoy a more comfortable lifestyle when you finish working. And with power of compound interest, the earlier you invest, the longer your super has to grow.
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Important information to consider
- ABS, Working Arrangements, Characteristics of Employment, Australia methodology, August 2022
- The Australian superannuation industry, ASFA, September 2022
- Before adding to your super, consider your financial circumstances, contribution caps that may apply, and tax issues. We recommend you consider seeking financial advice.
- Source: Zenith CW Pty Ltd (Chant West) (ABN 20 639 121 403). Chant West Super Fund Fee Survey December 2022. Survey compares administration fees and costs for MySuper products for a $50,000 balance. Other fees and costs apply. Fees may change in the future which may affect the outcome of this comparison.
- This case study is for illustration purposes only. Gross earnings and lump sum contribution assumed to increase at 3.5% p.a. After-tax earnings based on 2022/23 ATO resident income tax rates plus 2% Medicare levy. Investment returns based on 6.5% p.a. after fees and taxes. Administration fee deducted from account balances of $52 p.a. + 0.10% p.a. of your account balance up to a maximum of $350 p.a. Nominal insurance premium of $500 p.a. Performance is not guaranteed. All figures calculated in today’s dollars by discounting at wage inflation of 3.5% and rounded to nearest $1,000. Before adding to your super, consider your financial circumstances, contribution caps that may apply, and tax issues. We recommend you consider seeking financial advice.
- SuperRatings Fund Crediting Rate Survey, SR50 Balanced (60 76) Index to 31 December 2022. Returns from equivalent investment options of the ARF and STA super funds are used for periods before 1 July 2006. Investment returns aren’t guaranteed. Past performance isn’t a reliable indicator of future returns.
- Readers Digest Most Trusted Brands – Superannuation category winner for 11 years running 2013-2023 according to research conducted by leading independent research agency Catalyst Research. Ratings are only one factor to be taken into account when choosing a super fund.