(03) 9020 2905It’s hard to get your super to soar like an eagle when it’s regulated by a bunch of turkeys. And whether the gobblers pulling the strings in Canberra are politicians … Read More EOFY super strategies
Tag Archives: Superannuation
Super funds have been criticised for holding too many shares and not enough conservative assets. What do you think?
Bunkum, bollocks and bulltish. But let me explain. That proposition was made forcefully recently by former Treasury head Ken Henry. Uncle Ken’s comments were aimed at default “balanced” super funds, … Read More Super funds have been criticised for holding too many shares and not enough conservative assets. What do you think?
Tax time is less than two months away. What should people be doing now to make it less painful?
A wise man (Daniel be his name) once told me: “accountants organise what’s already happened. Financial advisers organise the future.” And that, dear readers, is today’s exercise. Six weeks till … Read More Tax time is less than two months away. What should people be doing now to make it less painful?
SAFs could save your skin
PORTFOLIO POINT: They’re not a big part of the DIY spectrum, but SAFs have some important advantages over SMSFs … and could save your super skin. Those who are deeply … Read More SAFs could save your skin
Finger on panic button?
PORTFOLIO POINT: Super investment risk is ultimately in your control. Do you have a finger on the panic button? Using extreme examples to try to prove a point rarely does … Read More Finger on panic button?
Backroom deal dilutes adviser reform
PORTFOLIO POINT: A last-minute backroom deal on Future of Financial Advice’s “iconic” opt-in arrangements will dilute benefits to super members and investors. What does it mean for you? When two … Read More Backroom deal dilutes adviser reform
Risk reduction takes hold
PORTFOLIO POINT: The primary investment driver of SMSF trustees has changed. Has it taken hold of you? Some shifts in direction are subtle, like a cruise liner slowly changing its … Read More Risk reduction takes hold
Managing contributions
PORTFOLIO POINT: Here’s another major benefit of SMSFs – managing contributions over two years. The power of super as a retirement vehicle has plenty of boundaries. There are plenty of … Read More Managing contributions
Countdown to 30 June
PORTFOLIO POINT: The countdown to 30 June has started. Here’s your SMSF preparation checklist to make the most of this year. While superannuation isn’t a race, there are aspects of … Read More Countdown to 30 June
Super honeypot
“One small swing for Swan. One giant blow to mankind.” If you believe that where’s there’s smoke, there’s fire, superannuation is going to cop a bullet to the head in … Read More Super honeypot