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Putting the SMSF Brakes on Three-Yearly Audit Cycles
We’ve heard many reasons why the three-yearly audit cycle won’t reduce red tape or SMSF audit fees and how it…
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5 Reasons Why a Data Feed Isn’t an SMSF Audit
There is a perception in the SMSF industry that once a data feed is in place, there is nothing left…
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The Keys to Effective SMSF Reporting Criteria
A recent review of the 2016 SMSF annual statistics released by the ATO indicates that some SMSF auditors continue to…
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The Ugly Truth of Super Reform
The current era of unprecedented SMSF technological change has overwhelmed many SMSF advisers. And as we’re constantly being told to…
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Why Cryptocurrency is SMSF Kryptonite
As SMSF trustees start to chase higher returns in a low-interest rate economy, interest in investing in cryptocurrencies (such as…
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The Pitfalls of Property Valuations – Part 3
Unless an SMSF has invested in property through a limited recourse borrowing arrangement (LRBA), the fund is prohibited from borrowing…
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The Pitfalls of Property Valuations – Part 2
Property development in an SMSF encompasses many activities that range from the renovation and re-lease of existing buildings to the…
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The Pitfalls of Property Valuations – Part 1
Property development is a popular investment choice for SMSFs because in many cases the returns are greater than investing in…
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How to Avoid an SMSF Trust Deed Disaster
It’s easy to underestimate the importance of an SMSF trust deed due to the lengthy, legal and technical nature in…
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Navigating SMSF Market Valuations
The current market valuation of all SMSF assets, especially property and unlisted companies, has a significant impact on a member’s $1.6 million transfer balance…