Assessing if the SMSF audit industry is fit for purpose
The superannuation system’s audit ground rules were put in place in 1993, long before the creation of the SMSF industry as we know it today
Up-to-date, specialised strategy is core component of an SMSF professional’s arsenal. SMSF Adviser analyses and interprets regulatory and legislative changes to ensure the SMSF sector is kept informed on the tips, tools and best practice for serving SMSF trustees.
The superannuation system’s audit ground rules were put in place in 1993, long before the creation of the SMSF industry as we know it today
As a growing number of SMSF members begin to draw down retirement income streams, one of the important considerations is the decision to ...
A look at a recent private binding ruling may come as a shock to practitioners who are advising on borrowing in an SMSF.
Despite the sector's increasing growth, many SMSFs are still missing the boat on several asset classes.
Practitioners should familiarise themselves with the looming aged care reforms, which will result in a higher cost of aged care ...
Growth rates imply that SMSF borrowings could now easily be over $10bn and growing very, very fast – faster than even the critics think
The ATO will now have many more powers to impose penalties and will not be afraid to use them.
SMSF practitioners should give careful consideration to their property partnerships to avoid serious consequences.
SMSF trustees that don't keep adequate records of contributions may find themselves paying out a virtual ‘death duty’.
The application of wholesale client laws to SMSFs has long been a contentious issue in the sector, and has recently taken on a new ...