Financial Planning

More than 16,500 SMSFs are being scrutinised by the ATO as they allegedly reported certain classes of assets at the same value for at least three income years.

A recent Federal Court ruling has found that the transfer of super from a husband to his wife’s superannuation account is no longer protected as an interest of the bankrupt in a regulated super fund under the Bankruptcy Act 1966.

The Aged Care Taskforce was asked to report on how to fund aged care around the country. In so doing, it took a side in Australia’s national tax ‘tragedy.’

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Australian Tax Office Office data shows a high percentage of SMSFs are lacking portfolio diversification.

A pause in super contributions can have long-lasting effects. Here's how to plan ahead for super breaks.

Region-by-region economic outlook and latest forecasts for investment returns.

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There was a dramatic decrease in the number of SMSF wind-ups from 2018 to 2023, indicating that the SMSF sector is outperforming APRA funds in both returns and customer satisfaction, says a leading educator.

Keeping track of all documents relating to an SMSF trust deed is important if an estate planning issue arises, says an industry expert.

The ATO has found $637 million of superannuation savings has left the system due to illegal early access carried out through SMSFs.