Category: SMSF Association Media Release

Labor’s franking credit policy still falling short

The Labor Party’s policy shift to exempt people receiving the Age Pension from its changes to refundable franking credits is a step in the right direction – but still leaves […]

New FASEA educational guidance ‘positive step forward’

The Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) new proposed guidance on educational pathways for existing financial advisers is a crucial step forward, says SMSF Association CEO John Maroney. “The […]

Labor’s excess dividend imputation credit policy unfairly targets SMSFs

The SMSF Association strongly opposes the Federal Labor Party’s proposal to cancel cash refunds for excess dividend imputation credits. Association CEO John Maroney says refundable franking credits have been a […]

Early release of superannuation needs tighter controls

The SMSF Association wants tougher controls around the early release of superannuation benefits, says Association CEO John Maroney. In its submission to the Treasury review on the early release of […]

ATO appointment sends right signals to SMSF sector

The SMSF Association welcomes the appointment of KPMG Partner Dana Fleming to the role of Australian Taxation Office (ATO) Assistant Commissioner, SMSFs. Fleming, who joined KPMG in 1992 and became […]

SMSFs ‘unfairly targeted’ over property investment

Self-managed super funds (SMSFs) investing in residential housing have not been a “market mover” in this property sector, says SMSF Association CEO John Maroney. “When the Sydney and Melbourne property […]

Elder abuse ‘needs’ a national approach

The SMSF Association welcomes the Federal Government’s decision to adopt a national approach to the issue of elder abuse. The Attorney-General, Christian Porter, has announced that the Council of Attorneys-General […]

Professor Ralston appointed to chair SMSF Association

The SMSF Association has announced the appointment of Professor Deborah Ralston as its new chairperson, effective from the end of this year’s National Conference. Prof Ralston, who joined the board […]

AFCA to expand SMSF members’ ability to resolve grievances

The SMSF Association strongly supports the setting up the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) as a significant step in protecting the rights of all SMSF members. SMSF Association CEO John […]

Banking Royal Commission to put financial advice in the spotlight

The Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services will place ongoing scrutiny on the financial advice industry, Jordan George, SMSF Association, Head of Policy, told its […]