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Costly SMSF Compliance Pitfalls to Avoid in 2025-26
August 19th, 2025Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) are one of the fastest-growing areas of Australia’s retirement savings system, now accounting for more than 625,000 funds with over $1 trillion in assets [1]. With the 2025–26 financial year introducing new contribution caps, pension rules, and enhanced audit requirements, SMSF compliance has never been more critical. Both the Australian Taxationread more
If Your Super Isn’t Super, Review it Now
August 6th, 2025Ready for retirement and crunching the numbers, you review your super and there’s much less in there than you thought. Your dreams of international travel and a champagne lifestyle now have to be wound back to a weekend away every couple of years, and switching from Veuve to Yellowglen. Except – this isn’t you, becauseread more
National Minimum Wage Increase – Time to Review Your Payroll?
June 18th, 2025On 1 July 2025, the National Minimum Wage and award minimum wages increased by 3.5%. That means the new base rate for employees not covered by an award or enterprise agreement will increase to $948 per week or $24.95 per hour. At the same time, award minimums also rose by 3.5%, affecting many employees acrossread more
EOFY Super Strategies 2024-25
June 6th, 2025EOFY Super Strategies 2024-25: Boost your Balance & Optimise your Tax Position As 30 June approaches and the 2024-25 financial year draws to a close, Australians across all stages of life have an opportunity to boost their retirement savings and optimise their tax position with clever EOFY super strategies. Whether you have a Self-Managed Super Fundread more
Planning for Your Desired Retirement Age in Australia
January 17th, 2025Planning for Your Desired Retirement Age in Australia Retirement marks a significant milestone in life, symbolising the culmination of years of hard work and the beginning of a new chapter. For many Australians, understanding the age at which they can retire—and how to prepare for it—is essential to achieving a fulfilling and secure future. Thereread more
Is a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) Right for You?
November 26th, 2024Is a SMSF right for you? Managing your own superannuation through a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) can be a rewarding yet challenging decision. With over one million Australians already managing their super through SMSFs, it's vital to weigh up the advantages and risks to determine whether it aligns with your financial goals. What Is anread more
Should You Pay Down Debt or Increase Your Super Balance?
July 2nd, 2024For Australians with a home loan, or other significant debt, to pay it down and watch your loan balance gradually reduce is a well-trodden path. So, too, is seeing your superannuation balance gradually increase as your employer makes contributions. But where does that leave us in 10, 20, 30+ years from now? Those with cashread more
Protecting your Family’s Wealth
June 14th, 2024Protecting your Family’s Wealth... We all care deeply about the health and prosperity of our family. Beyond material wealth, a thriving family is built on the pillars of physical well-being, strong relationships, and shared values. Ensuring future generations enjoy these benefits involves careful planning and the implementation of robust financial strategies. Understanding asset protection Whereread more
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