Super
CategorySuperStream to be extended to SMSF rollovers
First introduced in 2015, SuperStream is a government standard for processing superannuation payments electronically in a streamlined mann..
Superannuation for Women
It’s no secret that the median super balance for Australian women at the time of retirement is significantly lower than that of their male..
A guide to consolidating your super
Merging your super is vital to maximising your retirement savings.
Changing jobs over the years will put you at risk of losing some of yo..
Authority for super complaints introduced
The new Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) will make it easier for individuals and small businesses to make complaints about..
Employer SuperStream checklist
Employers must make superannuation contributions on behalf of their employees. SuperStream is the ATO’s electronic and standardised soluti..
ATO warns of illegal early super release
The ATO has issued a warning to the public regarding illegal early release of super schemes, which are subject to severe penalties.
There..
Paying super to contractors
The ATO classifies contractors paid for their labour as employees for superannuation guarantee purposes. This is the case even if the cont..
SMSF trustee investment strategy checklist
SMSF trustees have the freedom to invest as they choose to grow their retirement savings, which is why it is vital that they check in on t..
Trustee reporting obligations checklist
Trustees must comply with reporting obligations to avoid penalties from the ATO.
The following trustee reporting checklist to make sure y..
A checklist for setting up your SMSF
Setting up an SMSF can be complex, which is why a checklist is useful to streamline your process. Before you set up your SMSF, first deter..