We would like to remind all clients that from the 1st of July 2017, the concessional contributions cap has been lowered to $25,000 for everyone regardless of age. As this is a significant decrease, it is possible that your current salary sacrifice arrangements with your employer may...
Stability and confidence for superannuation is the good news coming out of the 2017-18 Federal Budget. With SMSF members still working through the wide-reaching and complex superannuation changes of the last Budget which take effect from 1 July 2017, this Budget’s minimal changes will result...
Superannuation changes just passed by the Australian Parliament are the biggest in number since 2007. This video takes the place of a face to face seminar and will cover the following topics: Pension Caps of $1.6 Million TRIS Tax Free Status Changes to Concessional & Non...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On the 9th of November 2016, the Government introduced legislation into Parliament that covers many area's of Superannuation under the auspices of fairness. The legislation is the result of amended 2016-17 budget reforms previously announced. Once passed by the Parliament, these measures will take affect for the 1st...
2016 Federal Budget There have been some big changes in to Superannuation in the recent budget. It is important to note that at this stage the changes have not been legislated, however with opposition support in the majority of policy positions, it is likely that...
There are four factors that contribute to better Super outcomes: Contributions, Expenses, Investment Returns & Tax. Mastering the four factors will revolutionise how you grow your Super. But you can't master it if you are working on outdated information. Planning has immense power to improve your...
Since April 2015 the All Ordinaries index representing the Australian share market has fallen 17.5% from its peak near 6000 points to sit just under 5000 points. This fall represents a lower expectation on the Australian economy and in particular the anticipated financial performance of...
The end of year break is typically a time where we reflect upon the year that just past. We may reflect upon our relationships, health, occupation, accommodation, holidays and finances. Many people will reflect upon the past year and then simply hope for a better...
Supervision SMSF is pleased to announce the release of Property Gateway. Property Gateway is the next generation online property search platform. Through this new online property platform investors will gain access to significantly greater data than that of traditional platforms. In addition to the specific property...
With life expectancy increasing the government has made changes to increase the age at which we can access our superannuation. This measure is to help more people to accumulate greater levels of superannuation benefits to fund their retirement. ...