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Tax on Your TPD Payout: What You'll Actually Receive
A TPD payout is a significant sum, but how much of it you actually keep depends on your age, how your super fund holds the benefit, and how it's accessed. Here's what you need to know before your claim settles.
Victoria Meszaros
24 hours ago6 min read
Can You Make a TPD Claim for Cancer?
A cancer diagnosis changes everything. What many Australians don't realise is that their super fund may owe them a significant lump sum, separate from treatment costs and Centrelink. Here's how TPD and life insurance claims work for cancer patients.
Victoria Meszaros
24 hours ago10 min read
TPD Claim Denied 'Unlikely to Ever Work Again': What It Means and What to Do Next
Received a letter saying you don't meet the 'unlikely to ever work again' test? This is one of the most common reasons TPD claims are denied, and it is frequently wrong. Here's what the standard actually means and how to challenge it.
Victoria Meszaros
24 hours ago7 min read
The Most Common TPD Claims in Australia (And Who Qualifies)
Millions of Australians have TPD insurance inside their super fund but don't know which conditions and diagnoses actually qualify. Here are the most common TPD claims we see, and what it takes to succeed.
Victoria Meszaros
24 hours ago7 min read
TPD Claims for Back and Spinal Injuries: Are You Eligible?
Back and spinal injuries are the leading cause of TPD claims in Australia, yet thousands of eligible Australians never claim. If a back or spinal condition has ended your ability to work, your super fund may owe you a significant lump sum. Here's what you need to know.
Victoria Meszaros
24 hours ago10 min read
What Medical Evidence Do You Need for a TPD Claim?
The single most common reason TPD claims are delayed or denied in Australia is insufficient medical evidence. Here's exactly what you need to gather, and how to make sure it says the right things to your insurer.
Victoria Meszaros
Apr 2710 min read
How Long Does a TPD Claim Take? Realistic Timeframes Explained
Most Australians making a TPD claim have no idea how long the process actually takes, and funds rarely tell you upfront. Here are the honest, realistic timeframes you can expect, and what causes delays.
Victoria Meszaros
Apr 279 min read
How to Claim TPD from Super: A Step-by-Step Guide for Australians
Most Australians have no idea how to actually lodge a TPD claim through their super fund. This step-by-step guide walks you through every stage of the process, what to prepare, and what to watch out for.
Victoria Meszaros
Apr 278 min read
How to Claim Income Protection Insurance Through Your Super Fund (Step-by-Step)
If illness or injury has stopped you from working, your superannuation fund may owe you monthly income replacement payments right now. Most Australians don't know how to claim this, or that it even exists. This step-by-step guide walks you through the entire process.
Victoria Meszaros
Apr 279 min read
How Much Do Lawyers Charge for TPD Claims? Fees Explained
Before you hire anyone to help with your TPD claim, understand exactly how legal and claims fees work, what no-win no-fee really means, and what you should actually pay.
Victoria Meszaros
Apr 276 min read
Does Your Super Include Insurance? How to Check Right Now
Most Australians have life insurance, TPD cover, and income protection sitting inside their superannuation account right now. Many have no idea it's there. Here is how to check what insurance is attached to your super, what it covers, and what to do if you may be eligible to claim.
Victoria Meszaros
Apr 127 min read
My TPD Claim Was Denied. What Can I Do?
A denied TPD claim is not the end of the road. Super funds issue incorrect denials regularly, and you have the right to challenge the decision through internal review, a complaint to AFCA, or legal action. Here is what to do next, step by step, and how Better Claim can help you fight back.
Victoria Meszaros
Apr 128 min read
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