In this episode we highlight the benefits and services in the Mercer Super Trust.

Your employer wouldn’t trust their super fund to just anyone. That’s why they’ve chosen the Mercer Super Trust as the super fund of choice for you.

Unit pricing is used by many super funds to determine each member’s share of an investment option on any given day.

In this short episode, we’ll explain how unit pricing works within managed superannuation funds

The Government announced a number of changes impacting super in its 2009 Federal Budget, including changes to contribution caps, the co-contribution and to pensions. In this episode we provide an overview of the key changes and what they mean for you.

What are the investment opportunities in these unprecedented times?

Tony Cole, head of investment consulting - Asia Pacific, provides an overview of the investment landscape in the current market and discusses why "active" management of investment portfolios will be a trend and hedge funds are being so hard hit by the financial crisis, amongst other opportunities and risks.

David Anderson, Outsourcing Business Leader - Asia Pacific, shares insights into the impact of the global financial crisis on super funds and their members, and what we should expect of the super industry in 2009.

How are working Australians feeling about super as a way to save for retirement? How have attitudes to - and understanding of - super changed?

In the 2008 Federal Budget, the Government outlined changes in relation to super, tax and government support payments. They also introduced the First Home Saver Account scheme. We take a look at the announcements in this episode, and outline how they may impact you.

Looking for financial advice, but not sure how to select a good financial adviser? Then this episode is for you! We look at what a financial adviser does, provide tips on choosing an adviser, and talk about what to expect when you meet with your adviser.

We all need to protect our future interests. Personal insurance is about helping to protect yourself, your family and your future financial stability should an event such as death, sickness or disability occur. In this episode we explore the options and explain how to apply for personal insurance.

What will retirement look like for you? Will you enjoy a comfortable lifestyle or struggle with financial issues? This episode guides you through some of the lifestyle and financial issues to consider as you start planning for retirement.

Over age 55 but not ready to retire? In this episode we explain how a transition to retirement strategy may allow you to access your super while you continue to work, or to maximise your super through tax efficient saving.

If you’re new to the workforce and confused about the many financial decisions your facing, then this episode is for you. We take a look at budgeting, paying off your HELP debt, buying a house versus renting, financial tips for starting a family and why super is so important.

So, you’re ready to start building your wealth, but don’t know where to start? In this episode we explain the five key steps to get you on the path towards achieving your financial goals.

Are you paying more tax than you need to? In this episode we take a look at some of the strategies that may help with your tax planning in the lead up to 30 June and beyond.

The 2007 Federal Budget, announced on May 8, includes a number of changes to tax, super and social security. In this special edition episode we provide an overview of the proposed changes and take a look at who may be receiving bonus payments from the Government as a result!

Do you know that super is changing? A recent Mercer survey revealed that 70% of Australians were unable to nominate any of the Government's 'Simpler Super' changes. This episode takes a look at the new rules for superannuation and retirement benefits and explains how you can make the most of the changes.