Managing retirement savings is a critical aspect of financial planning, and many Australians rely on superannuation funds to secure their retirement. However, there is an alternative approach known as a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF). In this article, we will explore the ease and relevance of setting up an SMSF in today’s financial landscape. Understanding SMSFs […]
Is Setting Up a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) Easy? Read More »
SMSF is highly regulated by authorities, and they are becoming increasingly popular vehicle for people managing retirement savings due to quicker decision making, accountability, protection from creditors, having control and flexibility and investment choices. Self-managed super fund Self-managed super fund (SMSF) are Private superannuation funds. Your SMSF can have as many as six members. Other
Top 5 advantages and disadvantages of self-managed super fund Read More »
Investing in property through a self-managed super fund (SMSF) has grown in popularity in recent years,
A Guide To Buying Property Through An SMSF Read More »
There are numerous restrictions prescribed by SIS legislation that the Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF) should constantly comply with when doing investments. One of the most rigorous rules is that the assets of members; or a related party are prohibited from being acquired by trustees. However, there are three exceptions applied to permit this related
It became possible for SMSFs to borrow money to fund a direct property purchase. And, SMSFs have become an increasingly popular choice for Australians in recent years. If you are considering buying a property through SMSF, it is necessary to make sure you know what to do. Here is a guide to use your SMSF
Using your SMSF for Property Investment Read More »
There have been some recent changes to the tax rules when it comes to employee share schemes. There has been an attempt to make them more appealing for employer and employee participation. The changes to the ESS were significant as of 1 July 2015. They allow for a more extended tax deferment. There
Understanding the ESS changes. Five things you need to know. Read More »
Are you a property investor? Are you a trustee of SMSF? Then you should read this article carefully. Aside from the lower tax rates which apply within a self-managed superannuation fund, the trustees of SMSF can also take advantage of the valuable stamp duty concession provided by Revenue NSW. Buying commercial real property
Deciding on getting into property investment through the self-managed super fund or SMSF is something worth considering. If you take into consideration the volatility of the stock market, low-interest rates, and tax concessions, it makes a lot of sense. So what do you need to know? Here are 5 Common Mistakes when considering property investment through
5 Mistakes on Self-Manged Super (SMSF) Property Investment Read More »
On 1 July 2017 some additional changes will be implemented for Interest Only Home Loans to ensure we continue to apply responsible lending practices …
Policy Changes for SMSF Customers & Those Requesting Interest Only Lending Read More »