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Can my SMSF invest in property development?

Explore the appeal of property development in SMSFs: 15% tax rate benefits, retirement advantages, and key considerations for Australian trustees.

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Can my SMSF invest in property development?
( Posted in: SMSF )

Tax on super balances above $3m hits Parliament

Explore the implications of the proposed 15% tax on super balances above $3M, particularly for assets like property and business in SMSFs. Learn how it may affect you.

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Tax on super balances above $3m hits Parliament
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What happens to your superannuation when you die?

Superannuation is not like other assets as it is held in trust by the trustee of the superannuation fund. When you die, it does not automatically form part of your estate but instead, is paid to your eligible beneficiaries by the fund trustee according to the rules of fund, superannuation law, and the death nomination you made.

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What happens to your superannuation when you die?
( Posted in: SMSF )

Did your super fund receive a compensation payment?

Is a financial services compensation payment to your superannuation fund a contribution? Of late, there have been several compensation payments made by financial services providers to customers that were inappropriately charged or overcharged for insurance premiums or services they did not receive, etc.

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Did your super fund receive a compensation payment?
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The 1 July 2021 superannuation changes

Changes from 1 July 2021 will impact on how much money you can contribute to superannuation and how much you can have in your retirement phase superannuation account.

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The 1 July 2021 superannuation changes
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Super Splitting With Your Spouse

Super splitting is important when one member of a couple has a much higher super balance. It is also beneficial for couples that have a large age gap between them. Also, people with relatively low superannuation amounts will benefit from the ability to split super contributions with their spouse.

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Super Splitting With Your Spouse
( Posted in: SMSF )

How Much Can I Save By Purchasing Property In A SMSF?

Quite a few years ago, I did some calculations on having a geared property within super versus a market linked ungeared fund portfolio.

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How Much Can I Save By Purchasing Property In A SMSF?
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Superannuation Requirements For Temporary Residents

Most people are unaware that temporary residents working in Australia are eligible for super guarantee (SG). It is vital that all businesses who employ temporary residents are aware of the relevant super requirements.

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Superannuation Requirements For Temporary Residents
( Posted in: SMSF )