Strategies to put a positive spin on negative returns

National Conference 2021

Even SMSFs with the most robust investment strategies may have experienced negative returns given the impacts of COVID-19 on financial markets globally. This session will explore:

  • Opportunities available to ensure member benefits are restored in the most tax effective manner.
  • Solutions for members who are approaching retirement to maximise their tax-free component.
  • Tips and traps in managing the impact on a member’s transfer balance account.
  • Taking advantage of reduced member total super balances.

At the end of the session, you will be able to:

  • Understand the tax-free and taxable components of a member’s interest and the operation of the proportioning rules;
  • Critically evaluate the impact of negative returns on a member’s transfer balance account and total super balance, and;
  • Navigate through the interaction of the superannuation and tax rules, to identify opportunities to optimise member benefits and wealth distribution.

The contents of this resource are taken to be correct at the time of publication.

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