New research has undermined the view that retirees are not spending down their superannuation balances, but it is unlikely to change opinions or policies.

When the compulsory superannuation system was introduced, the federal government included associated tax concessions to encourage people to contribute more money into their super funds so they could be self-sufficient in their retirement years. However, since its introduction the criticism aimed at the retirement savings framework has been incessant, labelling the favourable tax treatment contained […]

The indexation of the transfer balance cap (TBC) will add even more layers of complexity to the work of SMSF trustees and advisers.

Plans to permanently shelve any changes to the franking credits regime is a welcome start to 2021 and a reminder for politicians to listen to the public.

SMSFs have avoided being saddled with arbitrary financial statement deadlines as new cost figures prove they are cost effective for many.

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In my last editorial I wrote about the relief the SMSF sector could enjoy for at least one budget cycle by being left alone due to the coronavirus. It was again to highlight the fact legislative risk is the biggest hurdle SMSF trustees face. But I spoke too soon didn’t I, because almost before I […]

The 2020 federal budget was notable for it lack of changes to superannuation legislation and taxation, for the time being at least.

SMSF members being more concerned about changes in regulation than COVID-19’s impact shows the government must have a better model for change