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12 September 2024

Beware of terminal illness payout time frame

If an SMSF member is diagnosed with a terminal illness, it is best not to close out the fund before the insurance has been paid, says a specialist.
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9 September 2024

ATO encourages trustees to use voluntary disclosure service

The ATO is encouraging SMSF trustees to use its voluntary disclosure service to inform it early if a contravention has occurred.
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6 September 2024

Treasurer unveils design details for payday super

The government has released further details about the design of its payday super policy including an updated super guarantee charge framework.
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5 September 2024

Government releases details on luxury car tax changes

The draft legislation aims to modernise the luxury car tax by tightening the definition of a fuel-efficient vehicle and adjusting the indexation rate.
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Most Gold Medals in Summer Olympic Games (1896-2024)

Check out which country has won the most Gold Medals in Summer Olympic Games (1896-2024)
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Capacity doubts now more common

The partner of a legal firm specialising in superannuation has revealed the concept of SMSF member mental capacity is becoming more prevalent in estate planning challenges, prompting the need for practitioners to amend their procedures regarding all fund actions.
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It’s never too early to start talking about aged care with clients

Financial planning professionals should be having conversations with their clients as soon as possible about their aged care needs, says a specialist adviser.
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Warning to micro businesses. ‘Higher taxes for thousands of businesses’.

The ATO’s draft guidance on personal service income and the general anti-avoidance provisions is likely to be a shock to many small and microbusinesses in Australia.
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Insurance inside super has tax advantages

One of the most significant advantages of holding insurance policies inside superannuation is the tax deduction for life and disability premiums that go towards paying out a disability superannuation benefit, according to a leading technical specialist.
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COVID early super release did little for financial, emotional wellbeing.

The Early Release of Super scheme implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic had little impact on financial resilience or wellbeing, new research has shown.
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What super fund members should know when comparing returns

Why you need to compare apples with apples on super fund performances and fees.
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Are you receiving Personal Services Income?

Do you earn personal services income (PSI)?
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