SUMMARY: The power wielded by Australia’s SMSF sector is growing. Will we use that power wisely, or just in individual self-interest? When it comes to throwing its weight around, there … Read More SMSFs become a distorting force
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Getting your SMSF 2014 ready
SUMMARY: Here are nine steps to get your SMSF ready for whatever’s ahead in 2014. In life, you can look forward or you can look back. But it usually pays … Read More Getting your SMSF 2014 ready
SMSFs still ahead
SUMMARY: The future of super under an Abbott Government is being unveiled – slowly, but surely. And SMSFs will be relative winners. What is said before an election, whether promises … Read More SMSFs still ahead
Super duo strategies to cut tax
PORTFOLIO POINT: Uneven incomes in your couple? And at least one of you is considering a pension? Here’s a strategy for you. Money is, from the results of most surveys, … Read More Super duo strategies to cut tax
Why compulsory annuities won’t suit SMSFs
PORTFOLIO POINT: The spectre of compulsory super annuities is increasing. And I don’t think SMSF trustees will be too thrilled. A considerable number of voices believe it’s one of the … Read More Why compulsory annuities won’t suit SMSFs
Inside ASIC’s SMSF push
PORTFOLIO POINT: ASIC will make it tougher for industry professionals to push clients down the path of opening a SMSFs. The snowball in the numbers of SMSFs and the associated … Read More Inside ASIC’s SMSF push
Super frauds target SMSFs
PORTFOLIO POINT: Could you become a target of a super scam or SMSF fraud? Your SMSF is not safe. Here’s what to look out for. Bees and honeypots. Frauds and … Read More Super frauds target SMSFs
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Online shopping is booming, but what are the risks of buying financial products online?
Little known fact: I was the first ever victim of internet credit card fraud in Australia! Okay, not the first. But it was last century, which made it pretty early … Read More Online shopping is booming, but what are the risks of buying financial products online?