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Bull vs Bear

January 23, 2022 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Bull vs Bear

An explanation of the difference between a Bull and Bear run.


ATO holds off on TBAR compliance

January 21, 2022 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on ATO holds off on TBAR compliance

 

The ATO will not take compliance action against funds that have not reported a TBA event after the commencement of a new pension in the interim.

 


6-member SMSFs proving popular for older trustees

January 20, 2022 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on 6-member SMSFs proving popular for older trustees

The uptake of six-member SMSFs is primarily being driven by trustees over the age of 80 who want their adult children to take over the management of the fund.


Financial burden of COVID sees rise in illegal loans to members

January 19, 2022 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Financial burden of COVID sees rise in illegal loans to members

With COVID continuing to place financial stress on businesses and individuals, there has been an uptick in SMSF members illegally accessing money from their funds, an SMSF auditor warns.


State and Federal COVID-19 support — January 2022

January 18, 2022 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on State and Federal COVID-19 support — January 2022

The following links are to the latest state and federal government plans, schemes, programs, and initiatives to help businesses and individuals manage the impact of yet more COVID-19 restrictions.


Why more Millennials are turning to SMSFs

December 25, 2021 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Why more Millennials are turning to SMSFs

The growth trajectory of more Millennial SMSFs is set to continue in the years to come, according to the chief executive of Smarter SMSF.


A savings strategy for children’s education

December 21, 2021 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on A savings strategy for children’s education

Having a strategy in place to pay for your childrens school education is essential. Here are a few ways you can approach paying for tuition that will help you stay ahead of the school fees curve


The real impact of investment choices

December 18, 2021 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on The real impact of investment choices

Alongside uncontrollable factors like market returns, the cumulative impact of all the investment choices you make along the way is what ultimately determines your investment outcome. That's why making good decisions about investment contributions and fees is of the utmost importance.


Asian Economies (1960 – 2020)

December 12, 2021 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Asian Economies (1960 – 2020)

 

While there is a very rapid escalation with watching and monitoring the economies of Asia, especially China, it is always interesting to look back over time, in this case 60 years, to see how they have evolved. Doing so adds great perspective.