And let's face it, the combination of the two can lead to a highly stressful situation which can easily become overwhelming. 

So, what happens to your super if you become suddenly single?

By law, super is treated as an asset or property, and splitting super is the most common way of working out who gets what. To do this, you need to look at combining your and your ex-partner's super balances. You are entitled to get this balance information from their super fund(s). 

From there, you can reach a formal agreement on how your combined super is split, or you may need to apply for a court order if this isn’t possible.

If your super balance is increased or decreased, you may like to see how you can manage your super into the future. Once you know the numbers, check out our easy-to-use online calculators to see where you stand and what your options are. 

Another important thing to remember is to review your super beneficiary nominations when you separate. It's a good idea to regularly review your nominations but this might be the perfect time to do so.

So, updating your super when you are suddenly single doesn’t have to be such a stressful thing. Knowing some of the steps you can take will make things easier for you. And of course, surround yourself with family and friends, and always ask for help if you need it. 

Do you need to review your super details? Check or change your super account information, update your beneficiaries and more on SuperOnline.

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