Self Managed Super Funds – or SMSFs as they are commonly referred to – are a growing trend in Australia as more and more Australians want to be in the driver’s seat on the road to investing for retirement. The number of Australians who are opting to set up their own Self Managed Super Fund […]
Am I too young for a self-managed super fund (SMSF)? Some of my friends in their 30s have set up an SMSF. I don’t have a large super balance but want control. Is it worth it? If you’re under 55 and thinking about setting up a self-managed super fund (SMSF) you’re not alone. SMSFs are […]
Self-managed super funds have become increasingly more popular since they can provide more flexibility around investments, tax and estate planning. But to make the most of your fund, you need to keep up with the latest rules and legislative changes to make sure you’re taking advantage of relevant opportunities this financial year. Take out insurance […]
As trustees move into the new financial year, there are a number of changes self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) trustees need to be aware of: 1. New powers for the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). The ATO will have the power to make mandatory directions in relation to education of trustees, directions to rectify contraventions in a specified […]
Thinking of borrowing money to invest in property through a self managed super fund (SMSF)? We explore some of the ins-and-outs involved. More Australians are looking for greater control over their super. There are currently over 490,000 self managed super funds (SMSFs) in Australia with combined assets exceeding $470 billion[1]. What’s more, low returns[2] from […]
