Why Superannuation Death Benefits Matter in Your Estate Plan: A Crucial Piece of the Puzzle
When most Australians think about estate planning, they picture a Will, and perhaps one or more delegations or directives such as powers of attorney.
But there’s one powerful piece of the financial puzzle that often gets overlooked: your ‘superannuation death benefits’.
As the superannuation balances of Australians continue to grow—thanks to compulsory employer contributions, voluntary salary sacrificing, and market growth—it’s never been more important to understand how your super fits into your broader estate planning strategy.
