Articles by Darin Tyson-Chan

Superannuation

If in doubt, take total super relief

superannuation relief coronavirus

Clients should be advised to withdraw the full amount allowable from their superannuation fund early if this COVID-19 relief measure is required, a technical expert has said.

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ATO, Property

SMSFA applauds ATO rent stance

ATO rent reduction

The ATO’s approach toward compliance regarding rental reductions for SMSF-held properties due to the financial impact of COVID-19 has been endorsed by the SMSF Association.

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Pensions

Annuities exempt from pension changes

annuities minimum pension

Term and lifetime annuities will not be affected by the change in minimum pension payments.

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ATO, Superannuation

Actuaries want greater ATO involvement in super relief

ATO coronavirus relief

A call has been made for the ATO to play a more active role in the early release of superannuation benefits as a coronavirus financial relief measure.

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Property

Current property prices unrepresentative

property prices COVID-19

Current property prices should not be given too much importance due to the market effect of COVID-19, a fund manager has said.

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Superannuation

SMSFA lobbying for further relief

SMSF Association corona relief

The SMSF Association has asked the government to boost the measures aimed at providing financial relief from the impact of COVID-19.

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Property, Superannuation

Downsizer contributions need own strategy

Downsizer contributions strategy

A specialist lawyer has suggested advisers need to strategise to maximise downsizer contributions if the proceeds of a property sale are under $300,000.

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Superannuation

Super contributions paperwork needs attention

Personal contributions

A technical manager has warned people to make sure all of the necessary documentation is provided on time if they are looking to claim a tax deduction for personal super contributions.

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Superannuation

Work test caution needed regarding leave

superannuation work test

Certain employment leave may be used as a component to satisfy the work test allowing people aged 65 or over to make superannuation contributions, a technical manager has said.

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Superannuation

Coronavirus relief may come from super

coronavirus superannuation

Financial relief from the effects of the coronavirus may be available through the legal early access of superannuation benefits, an SMSF strategist has said.

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