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Pensions, Retirement

Why ECPI numbers on actuarial certificates don’t make sense

The requirements for exempt current pension income (ECPI) and actuarial certificates have been in place for nearly two years but their calculations can still raise questions for clients looking to understand how the actuarial percentage is derived for any unsegregated periods.

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LRBA, Superannuation

SMSFA suggests better LRBA risk reduction solution

The banning of limited recourse borrowing arrangements will not be needed if certain other measures are implemented to lessen the risks involved with this type of gearing, according to the SMSF Association.

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ATO, LRBA, Superannuation

Low balances, one-stop-stops still LRBA concerns

The ATO remains concerned about low balance SMSFs using LRBAs and the provision of advice related to the arrangements.

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Superannuation

Industry funds coming after SMSFs

Predictions the SMSF sector will experience an increasing number of attacks from industry funds have continued.

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Education

FASEA updates historical program standard

FASEA has updated the legislative instrument related to older education programs, including the FPA’s CFP designation.

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LRBA, Superannuation

LRBAs not creating systemic risk

The use of LRBAs was not creating systemic risk in the superannuation or financial system according to research conducted by the ATO and Council of Financial Regulators.

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Management, Practice Management

SMSF practice benchmark tool released

FASEA; education; tool

SMSF practitioners can examine areas of improvement using a new tool unveiled by Smarter SMSF.

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Accounting, Superannuation

Value of services misaligned between accountants, clients

Accountants and their clients are likely to have different views on what services are useful and therefore worth paying for.

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Strategy

Alternate or successor director for an SMSF? – Part two

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DBA Lawyers compares the option of a director nominating an alternate director in contrast to nominating a successor director in an SMSF context to determine which is better.

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ATO, Strategy

ATO highlights professional advisers’ role in compliance

Professional advisers have been recognised by the ATO for their work in ensuring SMSF trustees maintain their obligations.

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