News

Cryptocurrency

Crypto warning from regulator

With SMSFs investing an increasing amount in crypto-assets the ATO has issued a warning and some guidelines.

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Contributions

In-specie contribution receipt diverse

Specific practicalities must be taken into account for different asset classes when officially recognising in-specie contributions.

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Investments, Property

Population growth favours REITs

The domestic property market has become more attractive for investors in the wake of Australia’s current growing population.

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Australian Shares, International Shares, Investments

Concentration risk an ongoing reality

Investors in the ASX and US market that cluster around a few key stocks are facing increased concentration risk while overlooking other drivers of return.

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Tax

Impact of new tax misrepresented

A government prediction about the Division 296 tax has significantly underestimated the impact it will have on SMSF members.

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ATO, Technology

Cyberattack reports denied

The ATO has reassured the public its systems remain secure after rebutting reports in the media it had suffered a cybersecurity attack.

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ETFs, International Shares

US equity active ETF launched

BlackRock Australia will release a local version of a US-focused active ETF that has delivered strong returns on a rolling basis.

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Tax

Div 296 discussions need restarting

Division 296, tax, SMSF, self managed super, trustee, $3 million, SMSF Alliance, David Busoli, Senate, implementation date, legislation, 30 June 2026, total super balance

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

Financial education, wealth transfer, share trading platform, Selfwealth, Craig Keary, Australian Shareholders’ Association, financial literacy, inheritance

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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