The substantial variation in outcomes for individuals in different parts of the super system requires government and industry to adopt much more progressive thinking, according to a university professor.

In an increasingly globalised world, advisers must be aware of the challenges involved in transfers from overseas superannuation funds as they stretched far beyond foreign exchange considerations, according to an SMSF specialist.

Superannuation must be detached from the short-term budget cycle and instead linked to a review and assessment process, such as the government’s Intergenerational Report, in order to minimise frequent changes to the system. SMSF Association head of policy Jordan George said enshrining the objectives of superannuation in legislation was an admiral goal, one which was […]

Treasurer Scott Morrison has announced that the government will provide the stability missing from the superannuation system and may lift concessional contribution caps in order to achieve flexibility in the system.

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has issued a warning on accountants becoming licensed, with less than five months to go before the new regime commences.

The definition of an SMSF should be a straightforward concept, but a number of legal determinations and exceptions have clouded this picture, presenting potential issues for the fund, the trustee and the adviser.

SMSF practitioners can employ three key contribution strategies for clients aged 45 to 65 to get the most out of their super concessions in this life-cycle phase.

Implementing an investment philosophy is vital for consistent decision-making across advisers, staff and clients, in turn making the job of the practitioner much easier.