Super
CategoryStaying ‘super’ compliant
Employers have a legal responsibility to pay eligible employees superannuation to provide for their retirement. And although most employers do the right thing..
ATO alerts issued for unclaimed super
The Australian Tax Office (ATO) will be contacting 80,000 individuals, starting this week, to alert them of unclaimed super.
An email campaign will alert memb..
Non-arm’s length income from trusts and SMSFs
The ATO is reminding self-managed super funds (SMSFs) of the rules regarding non-arm’s length income from trusts.
The non-arm’s length income rules can apply ..
SMSFs and cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have become increasingly popular over the past few years. As many keen investors jump on board, the ATO is reminding SMSFs ..
Eligibility for the downsizer measure
As of 1 July 2018, the Government will introduce a new measure that allows the contribution of up to $300,000 of proceeds from downsizing a home to be added t..
Setting up your SMSF correctly
Setting up your self-managed super fund can be a daunting process; you want to ensure you are covering all legal requirements throughout the process.
The Aust..
Common SMSF mistakes to avoid
Running a self-managed super fund can be a great strategy for your super and your retirement, provided you manage it correctly.
To ensure you can enjoy the la..
The in’s and out’s of asset allocation
Deciding where to allocate your assets can be confusing and even daunting, particularly if you aren’t confident in your knowledge of the current financial sph..
Understanding various kinds of super fees
No matter the kind of superfund you opt for, you will be subject to super fees. Understanding how these fees work and the difference they can make to your nex..
Understanding the First Home Super Saver Scheme
With much controversial discussion surrounding the First Home Super Saver Scheme, understanding exactly what the Scheme entails is necessary.
The scheme was a..