Young Australians could almost double their superannuation nest egg in retirement by taking advantage of two simple tricks, an expert has revealed.

The two strategies, which focus on being in the right fund and adding a little along the way, can make a huge difference in retirement.

MLC super chief executive Dave Woodall told NewsWire many young people are simply in the wrong fund for their needs.

“The first super hack is working out the fund you are in and how it is that invested, if it is in 60 per cent growth and 40 per cent defensive, as a 25-year-old, you’re probably in the wrong fund,” Mr Woodall said.

“It’s an inescapable fact that the growthier you go (in your investment choice), the more money you will have,” he said.

“Strategic asset allocation, or what fund you are in, is t

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