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RE: Info-graphic: Superannuation
Hmm, I'd be reluctant to put any extra in that you don't have to. Personally I think super is a massive rip. The fees are ridiculous compared to regular investing and the govt changes the rules all the time making it more difficult to get back. At least if you put that money into crypto or the stockmarket or property, YOU'RE in control of it. You can take it back when you want. Not a fund whose focus is on maximising fees, or the govt who ultimately decides when and how you can access it. That's my 2c anyway.
The fees are certainly very high. It seemed like a good starting point for myself as I want to gradually grow my investments. I am building my knowledge about Cryptos and want to learn more about the stock market in the future - perhaps than I'll view Super in a different light to now - and will be a bit more independent financially (in regards to investments).
And my grandmother had some trouble accessing her Super when she retired, just shy of the preservation age due to medical reasons. Whereas if she had stocks or a self managed investment, she wouldn't have had such trouble. Thanks for your perspective!