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Tag Archives: investment strategies
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
A tax take on pension fund investing
PORTFOLIO POINT: If you no longer had to pay tax, would it change the way you invested? Taxation distorts decision making when it comes to investments. Taxation distorts a lot … Read More A tax take on pension fund investing
Your super pension strategy post the election
PORTFOLIO POINT: If you are 60-plus and still working, then a transition-to-retirement pension is a must. Plus what the election result means. If you are over 60 and still working, … Read More Your super pension strategy post the election
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
How super is your return?
PORTFOLIO POINT: How well did you do your job as SMSF investment manager last year? You needed to beat 14.81%. Unless you were still bunkered down in the ultra-defensive end … Read More How super is your return?
Switching super funds may seem like a good idea to some, but is it worth the hassle?
Hey, just how bad can a super fund be? Believe me, you have no idea. Some super funds from the 80s and early 90s are nothing short of criminal. Yes, … Read More Switching super funds may seem like a good idea to some, but is it worth the hassle?
Busting the super reforms myths
PORTFOLIO POINT: Let’s bust a few myths about the real losers of last week’s high-end super tax grab. One week out from the new changes to super and the uncertainty … Read More Busting the super reforms myths
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