As a Result of Divorce or Separation, Splitting of Superannuation

question 16

Multiple Choice

As a result of divorce or separation, splitting of superannuation money:

• A) is relatively straightforward for accumulation style superannuation accounts and can happen immediately.
• B) may result in a payment split for defined benefit style superannuation accounts where the funds remain in the defined benefit account until retirement.
• C) both a and b
• D) can only occur for accumulated superannuation balances exceeding $250,000.

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