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Treasurer unveils design details for payday super

  The government has released further details about the design of its payday super policy including an updated super guarantee charge framework.   

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Are you receiving Personal Services Income?

  Do you earn personal services income (PSI)?  

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Government releases details on luxury car tax changes

  The draft legislation aims to modernise the luxury car tax by tightening the definition of a fuel-efficient vehicle and adjusting the indexation rate.

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Taxing unrealised gains in superannuation under Division 296

  Australia’s superannuation system has seen a number of significant changes in recent years.  

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The Leaders Who Refused to Step Down 1939 – 2024

Check out the The Leaders Who Refused to Step Down 1939 - 2024

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ASIC extends reportable situations relief and personal advice record-keeping requirements

ASIC has extended the reportable situations relief and personal advice record-keeping requirements on the same terms until October 2029.

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Investment and economic outlook, September 2024

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

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Age pension fails to meet retirement needs

New research has found most Australians believe the age pension is insufficient to fund their retirements, with larger superannuation balances and access to professional financial advice linked to higher levels of financial well-being instead.

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Economic slowdown drives mixed reporting season

Many Australian companies are still battling economic crosswinds and headwinds.  

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ATO stats show continued growth in SMSF sector

The ATO’s June quarterly statistical data on the SMSF sector has been released and has revealed continued growth.

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A new day for Federal Reserve policy

What the Federal Reserve's policy shift means for rates.  

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What are the government’s intentions with negative gearing?

Both the Treasurer and the Prime Minister have confirmed that Treasury is exploring changes to the contentious policy.

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ATO encourages trustees to use voluntary disclosure service

The ATO is encouraging SMSF trustees to use its voluntary disclosure service to inform it early if a contravention has occurred.

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Most Popular Operating Systems 1999 – 2022

Check out the most Popular Operating Systems 1999 - 2022

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Beware of terminal illness payout time frame

If an SMSF member is diagnosed with a terminal illness, it is best not to close out the fund before the insurance has been paid, says a specialist.

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Super sector in ASIC’s sights

The superannuation sector’s handling of retirement outcomes will be an area of focus for ASIC which has also committed to review SMSF establishment advice.

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Capital losses can help reduce NALI

Capital losses can be used to reduce or eliminate NALI tax exposures in relation to a tainted capital gain, says a legal expert.

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How investing regularly can propel your returns

Even investing small amounts on a regular basis will compound returns over time. 

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Investment and economic outlook, August 2024

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

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What the Reserve Bank’s rates stance means for property borrowers

The funding gap between variable and fixed rate loans is continuing to widen.

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Warning to micro businesses. ‘Higher taxes for thousands of businesses’.

  The ATO’s draft guidance on personal service income and the general anti-avoidance provisions is likely to be a shock to many small and microbusinesses in Australia.  

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COVID early super release did little for financial, emotional wellbeing.

  The Early Release of Super scheme implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic had little impact on financial resilience or wellbeing, new research has shown.  

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Most Gold Medals in Summer Olympic Games (1896-2024)

Check out which country has won the most Gold Medals in Summer Olympic Games (1896-2024)

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Our investment and economic outlook, July 2024

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

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Capacity doubts now more common

The partner of a legal firm specialising in superannuation has revealed the concept of SMSF member mental capacity is becoming more prevalent in estate planning challenges, prompting the need for practitioners to amend their procedures regarding all fund actions.

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Striking a balance in the new financial year

By doing a few calculations you can easily see if your portfolio is still on track.

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It’s never too early to start talking about aged care with clients

Financial planning professionals should be having conversations with their clients as soon as possible about their aged care needs, says a specialist adviser.

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The five reasons why the $A is likely to rise further – if recession is avoided

After a soft patch since 2021, there is good reason to expect the $A to rise into next year

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Insurance inside super has tax advantages

One of the most significant advantages of holding insurance policies inside superannuation is the tax deduction for life and disability premiums that go towards paying out a disability superannuation benefit, according to a leading technical specialist.

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What super fund members should know when comparing returns

Why you need to compare apples with apples on super fund performances and fees.

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