403 redundancy insurance, sole traders & tax, income protection inside vs outside super + more
Jan 30, 2024
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The podcast discusses ethical dental practice, income goals, redundancy insurance, managing money owed to the ATO, and the importance of planning taxes. The host also addresses a review and encourages ratings.
Finding a balance between ethical practice, making enough money, and pursuing personal passions within and outside of a profession is a challenge.
Redundancy insurance provides short-term coverage for job loss due to redundancy or business insolvency.
Deep dives
Finding a Balance Between Ethical Practice and Financial Success
Finding a balance between ethical practice, making enough money, and pursuing personal passions within and outside of a profession can be challenging. Ethical considerations in dentistry, for example, include working in the private sector, charging higher gap amounts, and servicing specific communities. Core principles in dentistry, such as patient autonomy, non-malfeasance, beneficence, justice, and truthfulness, guide ethical decision-making. When it comes to making enough money, it's important to determine the minimum amount needed to cover expenses and establish a fee structure that allows for financial stability with the least amount of working hours. Negotiating better percentages, specializing within a field, and honing skills can also contribute to financial success.
Understanding Redundancy Insurance
Redundancy insurance provides short-term coverage in the event of job loss due to redundancy or business insolvency. It covers a certain portion of pre-redundancy income and helps individuals pay bills during periods of no income. Redundancy insurance does not cover voluntary redundancies or job loss due to termination or poor performance. It typically covers a limited duration period and may have conditions and limitations. Eligibility criteria, benefit amounts, benefit periods, waiting periods, and alternative options like savings or superannuation must be considered before deciding to get redundancy insurance.
Choosing Between Income Protection Inside and Outside of Super
Income protection insurance can be obtained within or outside of superannuation. If taken within super, premiums are paid from the existing super account, providing cash flow advantages. However, the claims process may be more complex, and benefit payments are paid to the trustee, requiring additional steps for the beneficiary to access the funds. Income protection outside of super allows tax deductions on premiums and offers more flexibility in policy options and portability. It requires direct payment of premiums using after-tax income. Factors to consider include tax advantages, insurance erosion on super accounts, eligibility criteria, deductible portions of benefits, and portability when changing super funds. Seeking advice from a qualified insurance broker or advisor is recommended.
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