News : Superannuation

ASIC, Superannuation

SMSF adviser cops 10-year sentence over conduct

An adviser banned by ASIC has also been sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment on eight counts of engaging in dishonest conduct.

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Regulation, Superannuation

SMSFA rejects sector inquiry call

Sign reading caution as warning on use of corporate trustee stuctures in SMSFs

The Australian Council of Trade Unions’ call for an inquiry into SMSFs has been labelled totally unwarranted by the sector’s peak body.

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Strategy, Superannuation

Advisers seeking more information on early access

Access to superannuation benefits was a key issue for financial advisers during February, according to AMP.

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Insurance, Superannuation

SMSF members warned about life insurance opt-in changes

SMSF members with life insurance within APRA-regulated funds have been warned they may lose it if they fail to opt-in to cover under new legislative changes.

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ATO, Property, Superannuation

ATO provides tips on FHSSS forms

The ATO has offered tips for fund members who are required to complete the First Home Super Saver Scheme release authorities.

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Retirement, Superannuation

SMSF sector to hold market share for next decade

The SMSF sector will retain a steady share of the superannuation market, but further growth will be hampered by government and demographic changes.

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ATO, Superannuation

ATO rectifies two recent errors

Two recently detected documentation errors have been addressed by the ATO.

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Education, Platforms, Superannuation

Hub24 unveils education service

Hub24 has announced the release of a managed portfolio education facility for financial advisers that will be available in different formats.

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Pensions, Superannuation, Tax

Time to review pension payment rules

There were changes from 1 July 2017 altering which pension payments could be counted towards meeting a client’s minimum payment obligations for the year. It makes sense to review the new rules.

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Superannuation

Early release on compassionate grounds misconstrued

The ATO has revealed the circumstances allowing the early release of superannuation benefits on compassionate grounds in general have been misunderstood.

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