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Now that new legislation allows a maximum of six members in an SMSF, some fund trustees may be wondering if this could be an easy way to ensure a smooth transfer of their super to the next generation. The simple answer is yes, but before you start adding your children...

For many people, there’s much more to choosing investments than focusing exclusively on financial returns. Returns are important, but a growing number of people also want their investments align with their values. Everyone’s values are different but given the choice...

September was a mixed bag on the economic front. After reaching highs in August, global sharemarkets stumbled in late September.More insights

It’s October and with grand finals season over, the countdown to summer begins. Despite ongoing lockdowns, rising vaccination rates are paving the way for the re-opening of borders and business. September was a mixed bag on the economic front. After reaching record...

Although smaller businesses are now enjoying a lower corporate tax rate, their quarterly super bills have gone up, following the latest indexed rise in the Super Guarantee rate. Here’s a roundup of some of the other key developments when it comes to the world of tax....

Australian shares are popular investments with self-funded retirees and anyone who depends on income from their investments, due in part to the favourable tax treatment of franked dividends. After falling off in the early days of the COVID pandemic, share prices and...

“The only thing that is constant is change” – so said the ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus and it continues to ring true today. Industries are changing, continuing to evolve in response to challenges (such as the COVID-19 pandemic), technological disruptors and...

At what age should you start thinking about your aged care needs? The answer is simple - any age is a good time. This is regardless of whether you are in your early retirement years or well into retirement. If you are lucky enough to still have your parents, starting...

It’s August, and this chilly winter and periodic lockdowns can’t end fast enough for many of us. One bright spot, along with the golden wattle at this time of year, is the golden performance of our athletes in Tokyo. The economic fallout from on-again, off-again...

Making additional personal contributions to superannuation is a great way to boost your retirement savings in a tax-effective way. But there are strict caps or limits on the amount you can contribute each year and stiff tax penalties for exceeding the limits. Even...