News

Legal case shows e-signature complexities

November 21, 2022

SMSF trustees and their advisers need to exercise meticulous attention to detail when looking to electronically approve documents for a fund.

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Investments

IPA backs franking credit change

November 21, 2022

Darin Tyson-Chan

The government’s proposed change to the franking credit system with regard to share buybacks has received endorsement from the IPA.

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ATO, Documentation

YourSuper tool recommended for wind-ups

November 21, 2022

Jason Spits

The ATO has reminded SMSFs that are winding up they can use its superannuation fund comparison tool to find a new home for their fund benefits.

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Compliance, Regulation

Third option for bankrupt trustees

November 17, 2022

Jason Spits

Trustees may not have to exit their SMSF if declared bankrupt, with a court ruling implying reasons for bankruptcy may be a deciding factor.

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financial advice

Bold advice framework changes possible

November 17, 2022

Darin Tyson-Chan

The implementation of bold measures may be undertaken by the government in order to reduce administrative costs and make financial advice more affordable.

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Accounting, financial advice

Accountants still primary advice source

November 17, 2022

Darin Tyson-Chan

Accountants continues to be the first consultant SMSF trustees approach over any type of unmet advice needs with regard to running their fund.

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LRBA

Low-risk LRBA report welcome

November 17, 2022

Jason Spits

The SMSF Association has welcomed news that LRBAs pose little risk to the superannuation system, pointing to reforms that have reduced risk.

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Retirement, Superannuation

Inflation increases dampened by super

November 17, 2022

Jason Spits

The strength of the Australian superannuation system has put retirees in a better position than global peers in dealing with the rising cost of living due to inflation.

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Documentation