Bruce Brammall, 17 October, 2018, Eureka Report SUMMARY: Three reasons that should, and three reasons that should not, be why you might set up a SMSF. It might seem like … Read More Key arguments for and against setting up a SMSF
A court unlocks the sole purpose test
Bruce Brammall, 10 October, 2018, Eureka Report SUMMARY: Is the Aussiegolfa decision a small crack in the dam for SMSFs wanting to lease residential properties to related parties? DIY funds … Read More A court unlocks the sole purpose test
Lessons learned after sweet spend leaves sour taste
Bruce Brammall, The West Australian, 8 October, 2018 Mrs Debtman recently came to me with a concerning scenario. About her spending habits. Oh, God, where would I start? Hang … Read More Lessons learned after sweet spend leaves sour taste
ATO plays chief SMSF detective
Bruce Brammall, 3 October, 2018, Eureka Report SUMMARY: ATO cuts some new DIY fund members off at the knees, while those with multiple SMSFs given a fair warning. The … Read More ATO plays chief SMSF detective
Another lender bites the LRBA dust
Bruce Brammall, 26 September, 2018, Eureka Report SUMMARY: AMP exits the SMSF lending market, increasing risks for LRBA borrowers. Some signs are beginning to look a bit ominous … Read More Another lender bites the LRBA dust
Not all advisers are bad apples
Bruce Brammall, The West Australian, 24 September, 2018 I won’t defend stupidity. I despise laziness. Watching deceit in action makes my skin crawl. And I tend to smell most bullshit … Read More Not all advisers are bad apples
SMSFs are outperforming peers
Bruce Brammall, 19 September, 2018, Eureka Report SUMMARY: SMSFs pull ahead on performance, as trustees adjust to rule changes to play the game smarter, with better advice. Active investment and … Read More SMSFs are outperforming peers
Should you buy insurance inside super?
Bruce Brammall, 12 September, 2018, Eureka Report SUMMARY: Concessional contribution limit reductions have made the call on insurance inside super a tougher decision. Here’s what you need to consider. … Read More Should you buy insurance inside super?
Will Labor hurt your super?
Bruce Brammall, 5 September, 2018, Eureka Report SUMMARY: Time to start considering the impact of a Labor victory at the next election on your investment portfolio. The dust is … Read More Will Labor hurt your super?
Selling a property into your super fund
Bruce Brammall, 29 August, 2018, Eureka Report SUMMARY: Are you considering selling property to get money into super? Here’s what you need to consider. It is rare that no-one … Read More Selling a property into your super fund