Authored by Global X ETFs When investing in precious metals for a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF), silver is often overlooked despite having many unique beneficial attributes of its own. While precious metals are generally considered safe haven assets due to their scarcity and non-replicability (as opposed to fiat currencies such as the AUD), silver additionally…
June 8, 2023
Your Handy 2023/24 Super Reference Guide
Updated as of 08 June 2023 Gain an overview of the 2023/24 financial year contribution caps, benefit payments, eligibility and more with our helpful Super Reference Guide. The 2023/24 Super Reference Guide is a useful and quick reference to help you and your self managed super fund step through the year with confidence. Download your…
May 9, 2023
2023-24 Federal Budget Summary
Written by Tracey Scotchbrook, Head of Policy & Advocacy, SMSF Association As expected, the 2023-2024 Federal Budget has placed a strong emphasis on the cost of living and establishing a stronger, secure economy. From an SMSF perspective, we were pleased to see there were no unexpected changes likely to significantly impact the sector or superannuation…
May 2, 2023
Your Super Update – Edition 1
Updated as of 02 May 2023 A round-up of some superannuation changes January – April 2023 and key developments that may be relevant to you, as trustee of your SMSF. It is important that you know what changes are coming, so you can effectively understand how they may affect you and the members of your SMSF.…
April 17, 2023
Savvy sailors seek a safe harbour in a storm
Written by the Rush Gold Team The current banking crisis, coupled with declines in equities, bonds and certain property valuations have markets on edge. SMSF investors, in particular, are wondering how to get confidence and stability back in their portfolios. Investors are also seeking information not only about their investments, but also about the stability…
March 31, 2023
Three Ways to Generate SMSF Income with ETFs
Authored by Global X ETFs Income generating assets are key building blocks in an SMSF. Whether you have decades, years or months left before you retire, it is important to consider how your portfolio is allocated to produce enough income and reach your investment goals. Thankfully, by using ETFs you can enhance your income potential…
March 20, 2023
Time to End Rate Hikes!
Written by Paul Miron, Managing Director, Msquared Capital It is time to say it – Enough is Enough! We do not need any more rate increases! The official RBA Cash Rate has increased for the 10th consecutive time – unprecedented in our modern economic history. We have now reached a stage where it is becoming unnerving…
March 7, 2023
How Renewable Energy Could Help Power Your Portfolio
Authored by Global X ETFs The fossil fuel heydays may be over sooner than we think as the world sets its sights on decarbonisation targets and renewable energy. Although coal prices jumped in 2022 due to the Russia-Ukraine war, there will be a structural decline in coal demand over the coming decade due to net-zero…
March 2, 2023
Government provides clarity on proposed cap on high super balances
Written by Fabian Bussoletti, Technical Manager, SMSF Association Following the Government’s release of the 2022-23 Tax Expenditures and Insights Statement, a media release issued by ministers Jim Chalmers and Stephen Jones on Tuesday heralded the pending arrival of the highly anticipated cap on high superannuation balances. While there are only limited details from which we…
February 21, 2023
Does investing in silver stack up
Content provided by The Perth Mint Gold tends to get all the glory when people look for an investment with a low correlation to traditional assets such as stocks and bonds. But many invest in silver as an inflation hedge and to help protect the overall value of their portfolio in times of economic turmoil. One…