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Source: FPA 'Weekly Media Digest'
16th June 2000


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West Australian - Supplement 12/6 p10 Plan now for death and taxes.
This article discusses estate planning and the importance of documenting one's wishes regarding the distribution of his/her assets after death. Financial Planning Association of Australia chair Ray Griffin has said estate planning should be adjusted to meet particular family circumstances and cover how assets are transferred. While home-made wills are fine for young, single persons, it is advised that people with dependants seek professional assistance.
 
Sunday Herald Sun 11/6 p62 Allocated pension gives tax effective income.
Advice article by Daryl La'Brooy on a reader's problem with bonds and term deposits and tax efficacy. Lists the FPA 1800 number.
 
Radio MORNINGS 14/06/2000 - 10:30 AM
ABC 7ZR (Hobart)
Compere: TIM COX Duration: 30:00

Financial Planning with Scott Donaghue, Financial Planning Association:
Mentions payouts for superannuation; how the majority of people are unprepared for retirement, some having to rely on social security; says the GST is forcing retirees to pay taxes when they haven't had to in the past; discusses spouse superannuation rebate; the merits of having superannuation, superannuation surcharge.




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