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Pension, Super

Why weakening the super performance test is a big mistake

Some parts of the industry appear to be seeking flexibility to be judged against a much lower threshold. That should concern every super member.
Pension, Super

How the super fee war is hiding the real costs to members

Australia’s super funds compete on low fees, but the headline number doesn’t always tell the full story. Hidden costs like tax drag, synthetic exposure, and unclear benchmarks can quietly reduce long-term returns.
Pension, Super

Is your super fund chasing the news cycle?

Is your super fund reacting to headlines or following a consistent strategy? Learn why chasing news can hurt long term returns.
Pension, SMSF, Super

What is a defensive asset?

Many super funds redefine defensive assets differently to improve their rankings. Learn how to compare super funds fairly.
Investing, Pension

Transferring from Stockspot Super to Stockspot Pension

Explore how Stockspot Super members can transfer to Stockspot Pension, including in-specie transfers, pension setup and what changes in retirement.
Investing, Pension

Transferring your super from another fund to Stockspot Pension

Learn how to transfer a super or pension balance from another fund to Stockspot Pension and begin managing retirement income online.
Investing, Pension, Super

How Stockspot makes retirement advice accessible to everyone

Explore how Stockspot uses licensed digital advice and structured portfolio design to help Australians navigate retirement with greater clarity and confidence.
Investing, Pension, Super

Comparing Stockspot Pension to traditional super funds

Compare Stockspot Pension and traditional super funds and learn how pooled structures differ from individually held ETF portfolios in retirement.
Investing, Pension, Super

How to protect your pension income in uncertain markets

Explore how diversified pension portfolios (like Stockspot Pension) use defensive assets and structured investment strategies to help manage income during uncertain market conditions.
Investing, Pension, Super

Why your pension portfolio still needs growth

Learn why pension portfolios still need growth assets to help protect retirement income from inflation and rising living costs over time.
Investing, Pension

How retirement income accounts work

A retirement income account allows Australians to receive regular income from their super while keeping their balance invested during retirement.
Investing, Pension

What happens when markets fall in retirement

Explore what happens when markets fall in retirement, including sequence risk and how diversified portfolios help manage income during downturns.

Investing, Pension

Transition to Retirement (TTR) made easy

A Transition to Retirement (TTR) strategy allows eligible Australians to access part of their super while still working, supporting a gradual move toward retirement.
Investing, Pension

What makes Stockspot Pension different?

Stockspot Pension is built to support Australians in retirement with direct ETF ownership, automated income payments and a clear digital experience.
Investing, Pension

How to start your Stockspot Pension

How to move your super into a Stockspot Pension and begin receiving retirement income.
Investing, Pension

How does Stockspot Pension work?

Learn how Stockspot Pension works, from setting up a retirement income account to managing investments and pension payments online.