Apr 2, 2024
As we move ever closer to the proposed introduction date of the Federal Government’s changes to the superannuation system, it’s important to highlight that the Government has other options at its disposal, rather than going ahead with measures that significantly...
Feb 8, 2024
With Australia’s superannuation system based on the basic principle of putting money aside until retirement, it’s common knowledge that there are very few circumstances under which people are able to access funds early. However, for those who do successfully apply for...
May 2, 2023
As a superannuation auditor with decades of experience, I am passionate about maintaining the integrity of Australia’s superannuation system and ensuring it continues to benefit all people for generations to come, which is why I believe it’s essential that the Federal...
Apr 1, 2023
The recent decision by the Albanese Government to double the concessional tax rate on superannuation balances of more than $3 million has highlighted an underlying issue with superannuation more generally – the disconnect between Australians and the money in their...
Sep 10, 2021
With effect from 1 July 2020, if you are under 67 years of age at any time in a financial year, you may be able to make a non-concessional contribution up to three times the annual non-concessional contribution cap in that financial year depending on your Total...
Jan 20, 2020
Trustees of a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) are prohibited from borrowing or maintaining an existing borrowing of money under subsection 67(1) of Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993 (SISA) except in very limited circumstances as listed under...
