Articles by Grant Abbott

Video: Can you hold crypto in an SMSF?

March 5, 2026

Darin Tyson-Chan and Grant Abbott dive into the world of SMSFs and cryptocurrency — is it really safe to hold crypto in your SMSF? What compliance traps should trustees watch out for? They break down the key strategies, record-keeping requirements, and risks you need to know to get it right.

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Video: How much do you really need to start an SMSF?

January 7, 2026

Grant Abbott

Darin Tyson-Chan and Grant Abbott break down the common myths around SMSF starting balances and explain why strategy, control and structure matter more than a fixed dollar figure. Whether you’re just starting out or reviewing your super options, this discussion offers practical insights for trustees at every stage.

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Estate Planning

The first 48 hours: SMSF member death response strategy

August 19, 2025

Grant Abbott

The death of a member of a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) is a strategic, legal and emotional crossroads. What happens in the first 48 hours is critical—not just for compliance, but to secure the legacy and prevent irreparable damage from litigation, poor advice, or financial paralysis.

Why you need a digital estate plan

July 23, 2025

Grant Abbott

When most people think about estate planning, they picture wills, superannuation balances and the family home. But in 2025, a new category of wealth is creating chaos for Australian families: digital assets.

Things can get messy when a loved one dies and no one can access their Bitcoin wallet, Gmail, or social media accounts.

Let’s look at what digital estate planning really means, why it’s now critical, and how to get it right.

Can you hold crypto in an SMSF?

A millenial’s guide to digital asset investing inside super

July 22, 2025

Grant Abbott

SMSFs can invest in crypto assets, but only if done within strict regulatory boundaries. Get it wrong, and your fund could be non-compliant – exposing you to penalties, tax consequences, or audit failure.

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SMSF, Superannuation

How much do you really need to start an SMSF?

July 22, 2025

Grant Abbott

One of the most persistent myths in superannuation is that you need half a million dollars to set up a self-managed super fund (SMSF). In truth, control, strategy, and smart structuring matter far more than your starting balance.

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SMSF, Superannuation

What type of SMSF is right for you?

July 22, 2025

Grant Abbott

Most Australians think an SMSF is a one-size-fits-all structure. It’s not. And choosing the wrong type can create massive problems: from succession disputes to litigation, even the loss of family wealth.

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SMSF, Superannuation

What is an SMSF – and how is it different from an industry super fund?

A self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) is a private super fund that gives you direct control.

July 22, 2025

Grant Abbott

A self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) is a private super fund that gives you direct control.

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SMSF, Superannuation, Tax

SMSF fundamentals – a dictionary of SMSF terms

Whether you're a trustee, adviser or accountant, navigating the complex world of self-managed superannuation funds (SMSF) requires a firm grip on the terminology.

July 21, 2025

Grant Abbott

Whether you’re a trustee, adviser or accountant, navigating the complex world of self-managed superannuation funds (SMSF) requires a firm grip on the terminology.

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