Since the first self managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) were established, this sector of the financial services industry has seen steady growth year after year. The latest Australian Taxation Office (ATO) figures show that there are now over 600,000 SMSFs managing the retirement savings of more than 1.1 million Australians. There are several benefits to establishing […]
Each year there are changes to the rules that govern superannuation and self-managed superannuation funds (SMSF), and for some fund trustees it can become difficult to remain compliant with ATO (Australian Taxation Office) laws. Currently, there are three key issues that are causing the ATO some concern. If you are a trustee who has let […]
Self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) continue to attract interest from potential fund trustees eager to make the leap into taking control of their own retirement income. The problem that many of them face is in knowing what questions to ask and where to go to find the answers. To get them started, the most important information […]
If you have a good understanding of the mechanics of superannuation and a flair for spotting a good investment, you may be thinking about establishing your own SMSF. The initial organisation is not particularly difficult, especially as all the steps required are set out clearly by the ATO (Australian Taxation Office). However, getting it right […]
As trustee of your SMSF (self-managed superannuation fund), you would be aware of the responsibility you have to manage investments that will produce a comfortable income in retirement. You may have outsourced the fund administration to professionals such as SMSF Assure and engaged a licensed financial advisor to assist with investment decisions, but ultimately, the final responsibility […]