Superstream Extensions For SMSF’s
The Federal government announced that the date by which superannuation funds must comply with the SuperStream contributions data standards has been pushed back to…
Bye-Bye NRAS for SMSF Investors – The Government Acts….
There has been significant interest from Self Managed Superannuation Fund (“SMSF”) investors in the national rental affordability scheme (“NRAS”), which is designed to encourage large-scale…
Is Your SMSF Ready For “Superstream”?
Employers will soon need to make super contributions to SMSF via SuperStream All funds, including SMSFs, need to be ready to receive the contributions as…
Should I use a Corporate Trustee or Individual Trustee for my SMSF?
Over 80% of the approximately 500,000 self managed superannuation funds (SMSF) are set up as individual trustees. In my view, this is a mistake, however…
Should I Use My Self Managed Super Fund To Invest In Carparks?
The power of Self Managed Superannuation Funds (“SMSF”) has become more publicised of late, the Reserve Bank of Australia even attributing SMSF’s for a possible…
Buying Gold with my SMSF
Many Australians consider using their SMSF to invest in precious metals such as gold and silver for security, diversification of investments and protection of wealth.…
Can I still transfer shares I own to my Self Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF)?
Short answer is “Yes”, you can. Off market transfers will continue to be considered legitimate according to a recent announcement by the Coalition government.…
Can I Reimburse the SMSF for Expenses Paid Personally?
Short answer is “Yes”, you can, under certain conditions. A short example will be used to explain the answer. One of our clients…
What is the Contribution Cap for my Self Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF)?
It is imperative for all members/ trustees to understand the concessional and non-concession contribution caps for an income year. Concessional Contribution Cap Concessional…
SMSF RELATED PARTY LOANS AND PROPERTY INVESTMENT
There has been significant press around Self Managed Superannuation Funds (“SMSF”) and Australian Property investment recently. It is arguable that every bank is jumping on…