 NATASHA PANAGIS | FRIDAY, 15 MAY 2026 The ATO has reminded prospective and existing SMSF trustees to carefully consider their trustee structure at establishment. Read more  LIAM SHORTE | FRIDAY, 24 APR 2026 SAFs offer an alternative for those looking for the increased flexibility of an SMSF but without the burden of being a trustee. Read more  SHELLEY BANTON | THURSDAY, 29 JAN 2026 The consequences of underpaying a pension in the 2025 financial year just got a whole lot tougher. Read more  JUSTON JIRWANDER | FRIDAY, 31 OCT 2025 This paper walks through how to build wealth through property development in an SMSF the correct way. Read more  SMSF AUSTRALIA SMSF AUSTRALIA | FRIDAY, 26 SEP 2025 This paper is a thorough guide of what a SMSF auditor must do to meet their obligations under the SIS Act. Read more  SHELLEY BANTON | FRIDAY, 8 AUG 2025 If the purpose of superannuation is to build a nest egg to provide for retirement, why are the most reported contraventions loans or financial assistance to members? Read more  TIM TOOHEY | SATURDAY, 26 JUL 2025 Are SMSFs getting too much of a free ride? Read more  DANIEL BUTLER , WILLIAM FETTES , CASSANDRA HURLEY | FRIDAY, 9 MAY 2025 There can be significant advantages to making a voluntary disclosure including the potential to rectify and minimise penalties and other adverse consequences. Read more  DAVID COURT | THURSDAY, 17 APR 2025 The distinction between wholesale and retail clients is a fundamental part of the financial services regulatory system. Read more  CHRISTOPHER OVERTON | FRIDAY, 28 MAR 2025 While superannuation laws do not prohibit an SMSF from providing host services to the public, there are a number of considerations one must take into account. Read more |
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