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Superannuation, Tax

Franking credit data set questioned

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Data used to project the cost of the removal of franking credit refunds has been questioned with concerns that it failed to include the impact of the transfer balance cap.

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Superannuation, Tax

Franking credits recommendation retains tax balance

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SuperConcepts has also welcomed a recommendation to retain refundable franking credits claiming it would retain the zero tax rate for those who pay no tax.

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Superannuation, Tax

Franking credit removal is highly discriminatory

The head of boutique investment manager has labelled the removal of franking credit refunds for SMSFs as a highly discriminatory move.

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Superannuation, Tax

Budget contributions measure may cause confusion

An SMSF sector expert has warned compliance breaches may result from confusion over the contribution rules changes included in the 2019 federal budget.

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Superannuation, Tax

Franking credit report suggests policy rethink needed

An alliance of 11 consumer and industry bodies has called on Labor to reconsider its franking credit policy, claiming a recent inquiry has shown it is flawed and unfair.

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Investments, Tax

Franking credit inquiry opposes refund changes

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The final report from an inquiry into the removal of franking credits to some individuals has opposed the move, despite being split along party lines.

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Investments, Tax

Labor claims franking credit inquiry not valid

The Labor Party has accused the chair of the franking credit inquiry of breaching parliamentary standards and colluding to influence consumers.

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Investments, Tax

FSC supports franking credit report recommendation

The FSC has welcomed a recommendation from a parliamentary inquiry which has opposed the removal of franking credit refunds.

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Investments, Pensions, Tax

ALP franking credit policy doesn’t abandon self-funded retirees

The opposition’s treasury spokesman has described Labor’s plan to scrap franking credit refunds for certain individuals as closing a loophole instead of withdrawing support for self-funded retirees.

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Superannuation, Tax

Super fund mergers granted permanent tax relief

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Super funds looking to merge will be granted tax relief on a permanent basis from the next financial year.

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