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Compliance focus impacts wind-ups
The ATO’s strategic increased focus on compliance is having a noticeable effect on the sector and is now the most common reason why many SMSF trustees have closed their funds, the latest Investment Trends research has shown.
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Many Australians have a fear of running out
Longevity risk is a growing concern for many working Australians as well as retirees.
LRBA interest rates increase for 2025
The safe harbour interest rate for related party limited recourse borrowing has changed for 2025.
NALE bill passed by parliament
The bill that will introduce changes to the non-arm’s-length expenditure (NALE) provisions has passed through parliament and is now awaiting royal assent before it can take effect, possibly as early as 1 July.
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Middle-to-higher incomes boosting SMSF growth
The SMSF sector experienced healthy growth over the March quarter, with men and women on middle-to-higher incomes driving an increase in new funds established, according to statistics released by the ATO.
Investment and economic outlook, May 2024
Region-by-region economic outlook and latest forecasts for investment returns.
Downsizer contributions can be time critical
With the expansion of the downsizer contribution, the timing of when it is used can affect how to use non-concessional contributions.