06 Nov Administration – SMSF
A self managed super fund has even more onerous requirements than running your own business. Not only do you need to keep very accurate records the fund will need to lodge its own tax return, have full finan...
Author: matthew.laird
06 Nov Investment options – SMSF
A Self Managed Super Fund has a very wide variety of investment options available. Firstly the fund trustees must document a comprehensive investment strategy detailing what it is you will be doing wit...
06 Nov What is a managed fund
A managed fund refers to an investment vehicle that pools together different people's money to invest in a range of investments. The investment decisions are made in line with the fund's investment strategy by the fund manager and on behalf ...
06 Nov Who pays what with rental properties
When it comes to paying for utilities in a rented property, it’s important both the landlord and tenant have a clear understanding as to who pays for what. Explained here are the different circumstances and obligations for land...
06 Nov Contribution strategies for Self Managed Super Funds
Up until a few years ago, Self Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) were structured in a way where an individual could contribute unlimited amounts of money to their funds; albeit with potential tax issues to...
06 Nov Avoiding common rental property claim mistakes
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has identified some common mistakes being made by individuals who are claiming for rental property agent fees and commissions. Property agent fees are charges such as regular management fees...
06 Nov The benefits of a testamentary trust
A Testamentary Trust is a trust that has been created by a Will. It is, in essence, a discretionary trust that gives the Trustee full discretion about who benefits, and to what extent, under the trust. It adds two si...
06 Nov A little bit about shares
If a group of people would like to start a project or build a business venture that requires a large amount of money, the group will form a Listed Public Company and invite members of the general public to become a part of the venture...
06 Nov Superannuation… it’s not a case of “set and forget”
Whether you are an employer who has set up a corporate superannuation fund for your employees, or an employee building your retirement nest egg through Superannuation Guarantee (SG) contributions into a corporate fund, you need to remain aware ...
06 Nov How’s your budget – surplus or deficit?
Each year in early May, the Treasurer delivers the Federal Budget and many people across Australia listen intently. The Budget tells us how the government intends to spend its revenue in the coming year, whether it can afford to give us tax cut...