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Regulation

Bill to expand SMSF size tabled

SMSFs will be able to service up to six members by mid-year under legislation introduced into Parliament today.

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Regulation, Strategy, Superannuation

Franking credit policy planning already underway

Trustees and their advisers are considering various strategies to minimise the impact of Labor’s proposed franking dividend policy.

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Platforms, Regulation

Cashwerkz value strengthens post royal commission

A cash investing service provider believes the banking royal commission has improved its value to financial advisers and their SMSF clients.

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Regulation

Stalled legislation should trump royal commission

The banking royal commission recommendations should not be rushed through Parliament, which still has to deal with stalled legislation, claims the FSC.

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Regulation, Retirement

Franking credit campaign ‘misrepresentations’ addressed

SMSF; review; industry fund

The head of Wilson Asset Management has rejected claims he has formal ties to Liberal MP Tim Wilson, despite both campaigning against the removal of franking credit refunds.

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Regulation

Compensation scheme of last resort praised

A major SMSF administration service provider has lauded the banking royal commission’s recommendation for a compensation scheme of last resort.

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Accounting, Regulation

Time to review licensing necessity

The head of an industry body has recommended accountants review their service propositions to determine if operating under a licence and complying with FASEA are necessary.

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Education, Regulation

FASEA tweaks questions in finalised adviser exam

Changes to questions relating to tax and the length of reading time are the only adjustments made by FASEA in its finalised adviser Examination Standard.

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Investments, Regulation

Royal commission has not affected sector view

The royal commission’s findings have not swayed the investment views of an international manager regarding Australia’s bank and finance sector.

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Regulation, Strategy

SMSF specialist warns of super changes ahead

Accountants need to take heed of Labor’s proposed changes to super and consider how they can optimise their clients’ SMSFs now.

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