Starting out

With retirement such a long way away, super’s probably the last thing you’ll think of when starting a new job or changing your existing job.  Here are some things to think about when you’re starting out on your super journey.  Simple steps with your super now can result in big differences when you finish working. 

New to TelstraSuper?

To get the most out of your super there are a couple of things you should consider doing if you've just joined the Fund. They can all be done online and they won't take up too much of your time.

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Register for SuperOnline

You can manage your super through SuperOnline.

Register now
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Consolidate your accounts

Keep your super in one place by combining your accounts.

Find out how
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Nominate your beneficiaries

Who should receive your super benefit in the event of your death?

Find out more
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Start investing

You don't have to be an investment expert to make changes to your super investments. If you don't make a choice you'll go into our default option, MySuper, but you can choose which of our investment options you want to invest your super in.

MORE ABOUT INVESTMENTS

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Check your insurance

What would happen if you couldn't work?  Who’d pay your bills or your rent?  Insurance can help cover the hard times if something happens to you.

  • type of insurance you have
  • do you have enough insurance?
  • changing your insurance.

more about Insurance

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Moving onto a new job?

These days most people change jobs every 3.3 years*.  This means you could have had 3 jobs by the time you are 35.  That's potentially 3 super funds and 3 sets of fees.  Once you’re a member of TelstraSuper you can remain with us for life.  It’s easy to take your account with you.  So minimise the fees you are paying and simplify your life by consolidating your super into your TelstraSuper account. 

Stay with TelstraSuper

*Source: http://www.mccrindle.com.au/the-mccrindle-blog/job-mobility-in-australia

Get the help you need

We're here to help you should you have any questions about your super. TelstraSuper Financial Planning has a team of Advisers who can provide you with simple advice over the phone and you can try the tools and calculators we have available online. Call us on 1300 033 166 or fill in our online contact form. 

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