SMSFS

Superannuation

Next to the excess contributions tax, borrowing within super is one of the most concerning issues currently faced by self-managed super fund (SMSF) advisers, writes Carol...

Superannuation

Next to the excess contributions tax, borrowing within super is one of the most concerning issues currently faced by self-managed super fund (SMSF) advisers, writes Carol...

Editorial

Alexander McNab looks into the private equity market and explains the risks, potential upside and misconceptions that accompany the sector....

Editorial

Kristian Wangvisutkul answers some commonly asked SMSF investment strategy questions, and outlines the Stronger Super announcements that could impact future requirements....

Superannuation

The Trio Capital collapse has demonstrated the importance of diversification in self-managed super funds (SMSFs)....

Tools & guides

David Shirlow takes a look at the Government's concessional superannuation contribution changes and what they mean for clients....

Superannuation

The collapse of Trio Capital and the subsequent lack of financial assistance for SMSFs has revealed a gaping hole in the compensation safety net for SMSF investors....

Superannuation

Bryce Figot and Nathan Papson provide a practical guide for overseas SMSF members....

Superannuation

Bryce Figot and Nathan Papson provide a practical guide for overseas SMSF members....

Editorial

Bryce Figot and Nathan Papson provide a practical guide for overseas SMSF members....

Superannuation

Investors should have a good reason to start up a self-managed super fund (SMSF) and have a significant starting balance. Otherwise, they should be in an industry or reta...

Superannuation

Self-managed super funds (SMSFs) investing in collectibles and art are already subject to a strict regulatory regime, making the proposed legislation unnecessary, accordi...

Policy & Regulation

The severe tax penalties for excess super contributions are not necessarily targeting the people the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) intends, according to the director o...

Financial planning

New data from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority suggests the co-contributions regime has lost some of its initial gloss....

Policy & Regulation

The National Institute of Accountants (NIA) has launched an assistance program focused on the proposed Future of Financial Advice reforms, which the association says will...

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