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Is an SMSF right for you?
Apr 24, 2017
If you're thinking of setting up a self-managed super fund (SMSF), there are lots of things you need to consider first... Full article
With the FBT year end upon us it is time to focus on these reporting obligations.
Mar 30, 2017
The Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year ends on 31 March 2017 and FBT Returns are due and payable by 21 May 2017, including nil returns, if appropriate. As an employer, you should consider all benefits provided to employees or associates during the FBT year 1 April 2016 to...
Stamp duty exemption for transfers of farm land out of SMSF’s
Mar 28, 2017
A bill is currently progressing through NSW Parliament that, if enacted, will broaden the application of the exemption for transfers of farm land. There are two key changes proposed that would result in the exemption applying to transfers of primary production land in...
Super contributions cap changes: what do they mean for you?
Mar 28, 2017
The super reforms introduced in the 2016 Federal Budget are set to start coming into effect from 1 July 2017. So what are the changes to the super contributions caps, and how will they affect your savings. Non-concessional contributions cap set to fall For most super...
How much will your child’s education cost?
Feb 21, 2017
Your child’s education is an important investment in their future. Getting it right takes careful planning, which means you need a true understanding of the costs involved. As every parent knows, a quality education is one of the most important foundations you can...
Investment choices: Bonds
Jan 13, 2017
Investment bonds can provide you with a simple, tax-effective, long term investment. They are also known as insurance bonds, and are ‘tax-paid’ life policy investments. This means the life company pays the tax on the investment earnings, making them potentially a...
ATO Business Portal Access Options
Dec 20, 2016
The epic battle between browser and user has taken a happy turn in favour of the user. AUSkeys are used by business owners and managers to access the ATO Business Portal in order to communicate securely with the ATO. Issues have been arising from AUSkey's...
Investment choices: Exchange Traded Fund (ETF)
Dec 8, 2016
What is an Exchange Traded Funds An Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is an investment fund traded on stock exchanges, much like shares. An ETF can hold assets such as shares, commodities or bonds. ETFs usually track the performance of an index, giving investors access to an...
Is your employer paying your super?
Dec 7, 2016
A report titled "Overdue: Time for Action on Unpaid Super" has been prepared by Phil Gallagher (Former director of Treasury’s retirement income modelling taskforce) on behalf of Industry Super Australia showing that 30% of entitled employees did not receive their full...
Recent changes to superannuation rules
Dec 2, 2016
On Wednesday 23 November 2016 the Government’s superannuation legislation was passed by the Parliament making the superannuation changes it originally announced in the 2016 Federal Budget law. Changes in the legislation that need to be considered include; lower...
Investment choices: Shares
Dec 2, 2016
Investing shares A shareholding is part ownership of a listed company. The shareholder receives dividends or income from their share investment and the company is able to raise valuable equity capital to fund its growth and operations. The shares can then be sold on...
Investment choices: Managed funds
Nov 21, 2016
There are many types of investment vehicles to choose from, with managed funds one of the most popular choices in Australia. Here are some of the reasons for investing in managed funds. What is a managed fund? Managed funds pool the money of many individual investors....