Following the 2008 global financial crisis, a growing number of Australians have sought to shield themselves from market volatility and seek yield-orientated investments.

The latest research into the property market has shown professional practitioners are very positive about the outlook and overall business conditions for the sector for 2017.

SMSF trustees may be running out of “investable assets” on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) that they feel comfortable investing in directly, with the ASX saying it is an issue that must be addressed.

SMSF trustees find it more attractive to hold investment property outside their fund due to two key benefits, according to a new analysis from Class.

India’s 2017/18 budget, presented on 1 February 2017, is expected to put the country back on the shopping list of foreign investors. 

Investors are looking for other investment options in one of the worst historical environments for cash, with cash alternatives one area proving more popular with SMSFs, according to Prime Value Asset Management.

As highlighted in our previous article, “Why India warrants a separate allocation”, India continues to be the fastest-growing major economy in the world. Numerous benefits justify a separate allocation to the country, however, like all investment decisions an assessment of the risks is important. 

The current low interest environment facing SMSF members is likely to encourage them to consider allocating more money toward initial public offerings (IPO), the partner of an accounting firm has said.