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2021-2022 Federal Budget Update – A strong Budget for SMSFs
As expected, the 2021-2022 Federal Budget has a strong emphasis on job growth and women’s security. From an SMSF perspective, after a few quiet Budgets, there were some welcome surprises
Technically Speaking: SMSF related party acquisitions
This edition of Technically Speaking, written by the Association’s Technical Manager, Mary Simmons, covers the rules placed on SMSFs acquiring assets from related parties and explores: the need to understand
Technically Speaking: Deep diving into the definition of “retirement”
This is part two of our series on the importance of ‘retirement’ which takes a deep dive into the definition of ‘retirement’ and considers the key elements which need to
Technically Speaking: The modern day importance of meeting the retirement definition
This is part one of our series on the importance of ‘retirement’ which takes a close look at the various provisions in both the superannuation and taxation laws which underpin
Go-To Guide – Limited Recourse Borrowing Arrangement (LRBA)
It has been 13 years since LRBAs were first introduced in SMSFs and they continue to be an attractive mechanism to invest more capital in the concessionally taxed superannuation environment.
SMSF Association Member Guidance – ASIC Consultation Paper 332 – Promoting access to affordable advice for consumers
ASIC’s consultation paper ‘CP 332 Promoting access to affordable advice for consumers‘ seeks information from financial advice industry participants and other stakeholders on impediments to the delivery of good-quality affordable
SMSF Week 2020 | White label document: How much money do you need to start an SMSF?
In the context of ongoing public debate regarding the appropriate minimum size for an SMSF, new research released as part of SMSF Week 2020, provides insights into the true costs
SMSF Week 2020 | When is an SMSF right for you?
With over 1.1 million Australians choosing to manage their own Self Managed Super Fund, it has become a popular option for those wanting more control over their retirement savings. An
SMSF Week 2020 | Cost of Operating SMSFs infographic
The SMSF Association has retained Rice Warner to update its report prepared for the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) in May 2013 ‘Cost of Operating SMSFs’ in the context
SMSF Week 2020 | Cost of Operating SMSFs 2020 Report
As the cornerstone of SMSF Week 2020, the SMSF Association retained Rice Warner to update its report prepared for the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) in May 2013 ‘Cost of
SMSF Week 2020 | Cost of Operating SMSFs 2020 – Your industry takeaways
The SMSF Association has retained Rice Warner to update its report prepared for the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) in May 2013 ‘Cost of Operating SMSFs’ in the context
Technically Speaking: The Perfect SMSF Storm: Options & Crypto
This issue covers the area of high-risk assets such as derivatives and cryptocurrency. This edition of Technically Speaking, written by Shelley Banton SSA, SSAud, Head of Education, ASF Audits, covers: