(03) 9020 2905Jennifer Hawkins looks good in anything, right? But how much hotter is she in a swimsuit? Similarly, residential property has always looked sexy in super. Super, like a bathing cozzie, … Read More Has superannuation become a good vehicle to invest in residential real estate? Why or why not?
Tag Archives: Concessional contributions
Tapping into super wraps
PORTFOLIO POINT: Considering a SMSF? Would you like to “try before you buy”? Consider a “wrap” test drive. There was a big hoo-ha in superannuation industry circles last week about … Read More Tapping into super wraps
Living today, paying tomorrow: A super dilemma
PORTFOLIO POINT: Have Australians “outsmarted” superannuation? Here’s a compelling argument for compulsory annuities. What happens when the best of intentions from our elected representatives is beaten by the people’s own … Read More Living today, paying tomorrow: A super dilemma
The big super raid is on the way
PORTFOLIO POINT: The rumblings have not been denied. A super raid seems inevitable in a desperate bid to balance a beaten up budget. That the Federal Government is going to … Read More The big super raid is on the way
Spouse splitting makes super sense
PORTFOLIO POINT: Consider starting spouse super splitting arrangements now if you want to take advantage of higher concessional contribution limits later. Sharing and caring – and minimising your tax burden … Read More Spouse splitting makes super sense
Is this the ultimate super loan?
PORTFOLIO POINT: What!? A no-interest loan to your SMSF? Maybe, but don’t rush in just yet. For now, just watch this space. Sometimes regulators work in mysterious ways. Very mysterious … Read More Is this the ultimate super loan?
Don’t make a super stuff-up
PORTFOLIO POINT: Time to check your salary sacrifice contributions – before you bust out of your limits. The vast majority of Australians don’t think too hard about their super contributions. … Read More Don’t make a super stuff-up
Four joint-venture options for your DIY fund
PORTFOLIO POINT: One joint-venture property opportunity, four distinct funding options. If you’ve considered JV property investments in your SMSF, you must read this. Purchasing property inside SMSFs is on the … Read More Four joint-venture options for your DIY fund
An in-specie transfer
PORTFOLIO POINT: Reprieve on in-specie transfers! The legislation is too hard to frame, so you’ve got another year. As predicted here (28/9/12) just a few weeks ago, the ban on … Read More An in-specie transfer
Super delays, but property is hot
PORTFOLIO POINT: A reprieve on the in-specie transfer ban? In any case, SMSF trustees are moving on … and moving pretty smartly. There appears to be a pattern. The government … Read More Super delays, but property is hot