New Financial Year rings in some super changes
Jul 15 2021As the new financial year gets underway, there are some big changes to superannuation that could add up to a welcome lift in your retirement savings.
Market Snapshot: June 2021
Jul 15 2021In this month's market snapshot, we take a glimpse at what the market has been up to and what the key developments were for June 2021.
What’s up with inflation?
Jul 13 2021Fears of a resurgence in inflation has been the big topic of conversation among bond and sharemarket commentators lately, which may come as a surprise to many given that our rate of inflation is just 1.1 per cent.
SMSFs closing the age and gender gap
Jul 13 2021Self-managed super funds (SMSFs) have emerged from a difficult year stronger than ever. Not only have balances been repaired after the initial market shock in the early days of COVID-19, but more young people and women are taking control of their retirement savings.
Market Snapshot: May 2021
Jun 16 2021In this month's market snapshot, we take a glimpse at what the market has been up to and what the key developments were for May 2021.
Reduction in minimum pension drawdown
Jun 16 2021The Federal Government recently announced an extension of the temporary reduction in superannuation minimum drawdown rates for a further year to 30 June 2022.
Time to review your income protection cover
Jun 16 2021If you’ve owned an individual income protection or salary continuance policy in recent years, you may have seen your premiums increase as insurers struggled to cover their large losses on these products.
Counting down to June 30
Jun 4 2021As the end of the financial year approaches, now is a good time to check some new and not so new ways to reduce tax and boost your savings.
Tax Alert June 2021
Jun 4 2021Here’s a roundup of some of the key developments when it comes to tax.
Market Snapshot: April 2021
May 20 2021In this month's market snapshot, we take a glimpse at what the market has been up to and what the key developments were for April 2021.
SMSF sector continues to grow
May 20 2021The ATO has recently released its annual statistical overview for self managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) the 2018/2019 financial year, providing key statistics and analysis of the SMSF sector.
Federal Budget 2021-22: Focus on Tax
May 12 2021Support for Australia’s businesses and our personal finances was at the heart of this year’s Federal Budget as the Morrison Government continues its attempts to strengthen the post-lockdown economy.