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Tax

Div 296 discussions need restarting

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The result of the recent federal election means trustee conversations with accountants and advisers need to be resumed regarding the new super tax.

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Contributions

Marriage length no downsizer issue

Marriage, downsizer contribution, spouse, SMSF, self managed super, Accurium, Natalie Scott, relationship length, capital gains tax

The ability for a spouse to take advantage of the downsizer provisions is not dependent on how long the couple in question have been married.

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Financial Advice

Financial education a wealth transfer key

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Financial education is a critical component in helping to ensure the transfer of wealth between family generations is a successful process.

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International Shares, Investments

State of US market still shaky

US market, US shares, tariffs, Axa Investment Managers, Chris Iggo

The improved state of the US market is not a sure sign it is in a stable position as shares remain expensive and investors are questioning the impact of the recently announced tariff policy.

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Superannuation

ATO dispels false super rule changes

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False claims currently being circulated regarding changes to the superannuation drawdown rules have been rebutted by the ATO.

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Business news

Govt appoints new financial services minister

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A former Victorian politician who moved into federal parliament in 2019 has been named as the new financial services minister.

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Australian Shares, Investments

Interest rate cuts likely this year

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The Australian economy has been forecast to experience at least two official interest rate cuts before the end of 2025.

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International Shares, Investments

Drop in US/China tariffs boosts Nasdaq

US tariffs, Nasdaq, S&P 500, Global X, Billy Leung, ETF, Global X FANG+, exchanged-traded fund

The reduction in tariffs between the US and China has triggered a significant rally in the Nasdaq Composite Index and the S&P 500.

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Superannuation, Tax

Div 296 tax will hurt economy

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More unintended consequences have been identified should the proposed Division 296 tax policy become part of the superannuation system.

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Documentation

Resolutions can lower dispute severity

Adopting a practice of using resolutions to verify every course of action an SMSF undertakes can effectively mitigate member disputes.

Adopting a practice of using resolutions to verify every course of action an SMSF undertakes can effectively mitigate member disputes.

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