(03) 9020 2905SUMMARY: Is the end nigh for SMSF property gearing strategies? If you’ve been considering making a geared property investment inside a SMSF for a while, I don’t know that I … Read More Renewed threat to SMSF property gearing
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The pros and cons of SMSFs
SUMMARY: Should I start my own SMSF? Why should I, and why should I not? Their numbers topped 500,000 a while ago. And their members have recently passed through the … Read More The pros and cons of SMSFs
The super property end game
SUMMARY: If you’re comfortable with property outside super, why wouldn’t you invest in property inside your SMSF? The power of property investment is a broadly understood wealth-creation concept by those … Read More The super property end game
Secret lessons from DIY funds
SUMMARY: Taking SMSFs seriously – now fund managers and stock brokers want to know how we think so they can second guess us. Yes, self-managed super funds are a force … Read More Secret lessons from DIY funds
SMSFs become a distorting force
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
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
Is property best inside a SMSF?
SUMMARY: You’re ready to buy an investment property. But inside or outside a SMSF? Here’s what you need to weigh up. It’s a parent’s lot to put their children’s interests … Read More Is property best inside a SMSF?
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
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
SMSF property: Understand the risks
PORTFOLIO POINT: SMSF and geared property is white-hot news. So, let’s not lose sight of a few of the dangers. I’ve never seen anything like it. And I’ve been writing … Read More SMSF property: Understand the risks