Navigating the complex landscape of Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs) can be challenging. Ensuring compliance and avoiding tax pitfalls like Non-Arm’s Length Income (NALI) are critical for trustees, particularly when it comes to rent valuations for related commercial tenancies. The Trustee’s Responsibility As a trustee you must ensure that all rental transactions with related parties are…
November 16, 2023
Be on the lookout for Division 293 tax notices
Written by Fabian Bussoletti, Technical Manager, SMSF Association When determining an individual’s liability to Division 293 tax, the ATO uses information obtained from the individual’s personal income tax return, as well as information reported to the ATO by their super fund. As the 31 October due date for lodging personal income tax returns has now…
November 14, 2023
ATO Update: SMSFs to navigate enhanced online security measures
Written by Mary Simmons, Head of Technical, SMSF Association As part of the ATO’s commitment to safeguarding taxpayer’s information from fraudulent activity and identity theft, an added layer of verification will be introduced to ensure that only authorised tax agents, BAS agents, or payroll service providers can link to an SMSF. The client-to-agent linking protocol…
August 25, 2023
Your Super Update – Edition 2
Updated as of 16 August 2023 A round-up of some superannuation changes May – August 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. Download…
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 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.…
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…
November 3, 2022
SMSF establishment and the first 6 months
Webinar provided by SuperConcepts Establishing and running an SMSF is an important financial decision so, to ensure you’re prepared, tune in to this session hosted by SuperConcepts. Learn more about the basics of SMSFs including fund establishment, structures, investment strategies and accepting contributions and paying benefits. Learn more about how to establish an SMSF on…
October 26, 2022
Artwork in an SMSF
Written by Daniel Shaw, DFK Benjamin King Money, SMSF Specialist Advisor (SSA®) SMSFs have long held artwork as part of the trustee’s investment philosophy. However, legislation introduced in 2011, provides stricter rules for trustees to adhere to, when looking to invest in this asset class. The ATO considers artwork as a collectable and a personal…
September 28, 2022
Why all SMSF members should have an enduring power of attorney
Written by Meg Heffron, Managing Director, Heffron Powers of attorney are vital for all of us with an SMSF – no matter how young, fit and healthy we may feel. A quick re-cap The term “power of attorney” is probably well understood. It involves one person (the donor) giving some important legal powers to someone…