SMSFs still on top for member satisfaction

SMSFs still on top for member satisfaction

  SMSF members continue to report very high levels of satisfaction with the performance of their fund, according to rolling research.           SMSFs continue to record the highest level of satisfaction from their members in regards to their financial performance,...
SMSF Association clarifies NALI issues around pension phase assets

SMSF Association clarifies NALI issues around pension phase assets

  The SMSF Association has confirmed the ATO position around non-arm’s length capital gains issues and its effect on segregated current pension assets.             One key criticism from the industry of the draft Law Companion Ruling 2019/D3 (Draft LCR) is the breadth...
SMSFs flagged on Div 7A relief implications from ATO’s updated guidance

SMSFs flagged on Div 7A relief implications from ATO’s updated guidance

  While the ATO has provided its guidance on COVID-19 LRBA relief on Division 7A, advisers will need to be aware of the practical elements that will affect the SMSF’s position around the administrative relief.                 The ATO had recently released new guidance...
Dealing with compliance complexities impacting overseas SMSF property

Dealing with compliance complexities impacting overseas SMSF property

  Dealing with SMSF property overseas is a different undertaking compared to domestic property, with a different set of issues that affects the compliance approach, according to a technical specialist.             An important part of a fund’s investment strategy is...
Why Australian households are getting richer

Why Australian households are getting richer

  Australian household wealth is rising, with the bulk tied up in residential real estate. On an asset allocation level, there may be room for households to revisit their asset holdings to see if they still align to their financial goals.               If you're...
Asset allocations still hold the key

Asset allocations still hold the key

  Purchasing a home or investment property based on short-term market trends can dramatically alter asset allocations and have long lasting impacts on wealth. Here's why.           Owning a home has for decades now been a prerequisite to achieving the Great...
Federal Budget 2021 – Health

Federal Budget 2021 – Health

  While there are many aspects of our life covered in this year's Budget the following focuses on the issues related to Health.     Click on the following link to access more detail on the main issues covered in the part of the Budget. Health  –  Overview...
Building a more secure and resilient Australia

Building a more secure and resilient Australia

  In this Budget, the Government is taking decisive action to build our economic resilience to deal with future shocks.     The following links take you to a detailed explanation of the Federal Government's aims, objectives and methods across these sections of...
Federal Budget 2021 – Overview

Federal Budget 2021 – Overview

  The following links to the ABC where a brief overview of the Winners and Losers from this year's Federal Budget.     This is a good quick overview that explores the ways this Budget will impact on our daily lives. Business  –   Winner Taxpayers  – ...
PWS News: April 2021

PWS News: April 2021

April is here, beginning with a welcome Easter break. As the vaccine rollout continues, restrictions ease, and life is a little closer to normal despite occasional setbacks. There was a raft of positive economic news in March, which should make the Federal Treasurer’s...