07 Mar Potential pension minefields
It has been a big year for the SMSF industry given the major policy changes the federal government made to super in the 2016 budget.
...It has been a big year for the SMSF industry given the major policy changes the federal government made to super in the 2016 budget.
...There is a lack of clarity around the post-death receipt of insurance and questions remain over which member accounts it can be credited to, according to the SMSF Association.
...There’s been a 38 per cent reduction in non-lodgers for SMSFs, but about 30,000 funds remain on the compliance agenda for the next financial year.
...NAB’s business confidence index jumped four points in December as business confidence and business conditions begin to converge.
...Stop procrastinating. These two words can provide an excellent starting point for investors who are determined to set meaningful resolutions and strategies for 2018 and beyond.
...With downsizer contributions coming into effect on 1 July 2018, what are some tips and traps for SMSFs and their members.
...With the waves of baby boomers now nearing or entering retirement, it is hardly surprising that the ranks of retired super members is rapidly growing. Yet the extent of that growth may surprise you.
...Investors shouldn't overlook that there are two components to sharemarket returns – dividend yield and capital gains (or losses).
...Financial advice has been found to be the leading cause of people taking action to review their life insurance inside a superannuation fund.
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