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As women enter their mid-career years, many begin to earn more and have greater capacity to invest. Making the most of this window can play ...

The proposed capital gains tax changes announced in the budget are far more nuanced than the headlines suggest, the commercial director of a property valuation ...

From 1 July 2026, super contributions will need to be paid at the same time as wages.  . The current quarterly super payment system will ...

AISC is urging Australians to check if they have lost or unclaimed money, with approximately $2.7 billion waiting to be reunited with its rightful owners. ...

As 30 June approaches, SMSF members drawing a pension need to think about meeting minimum drawdown obligations as well as the best time to start ...

With the end of the current financial year fast approaching, time is running out if you’re planning to boost your superannuation balance before 30 June. ...

The Federal Government is selling the 2026-27 budget as a big reform budget. One that will tip the scales to make the tax system fairer ...

The major announcements from this year's Federal Budget and what they mean for accountants and their clients. . The government has handed down one of ...

. Global conflict has severely disrupted global oil supplies and is contributing to higher inflation, slower growth, and extreme economic uncertainty at home and abroad. ...

Check out the history of communication, eventually leading to the modern phones we use today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQuEdTyPClc . . . . . . . . . ...

The stability of limited recourse borrowing arrangements (LRBA) within SMSFs has been understated, with their track record highlighting their longevity and safety compared to other ...

A parent who was the sole carer for a terminally ill child is not considered to be in an interdependency relationship, according to a private ...

While the ATO is watching for signs of illegal early access to superannuation, SMSF trustees should also be on the lookout for red flags, a ...

The Magnificent Seven are more diverse businesses than their shared label suggests . The “Magnificent Seven.” It’s an understandable, memorable, and concise term, but its ...

Many older Australians are understandably eager to access their superannuation, but strict rules apply . For many Australians, superannuation will be their most significant source ...

Entering the world of investing can be a life-changer for people of all ages. Here are seven simple steps for beginners to start their wealth ...

There are three misconceptions among business owners with SMSF commercial property, a finance expert said . Nadine Connell, co-founder of Smart Business Plans, told SMSF ...

Inflows to SMSFs have almost quadrupled over the past five years and experts warn this trend warrants monitoring as it may signal shifting member preferences ...

SMSF practitioners should view the pending Division 296 tax as rolling out in two stages, leading to two similar but different sets of rules in ...

It’s vital to know what is and what is not a death benefit pension because the consequences of not paying the minimum pension payment on ...

Several recent court decisions highlight the expectations of SMSF trustees in regard to legislative obligations. . Matthew Burgess, director of View Legal, said the role ...

Why investors are urged to resist impulsive decisions in turbulent times . Investors are being urged to resist making impulsive decisions about their shares and ...

Check out which industries make up the biggest portion of the global ecomony. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCnsQGFBYMQ . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Tensions in the Middle East have rattled global markets. Both equities and bonds have experienced losses amid great uncertainty, and oil prices have spiked, creating a challenging dynamic. ...

The recent rate hike suggests that the Reserve Bank of Australia is prepared to move policy into more restrictive territory . As widely expected, the ...

Check out which car brands are the most likely to stay on the road and not cost you a fortune to fix. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBPG9tgMcFA . . ...

The SMSF Association has suggested practitioners servicing the sector must equip themselves with more than just technical knowledge in an era of rapid technological change ...

Tax Office data shows fewer people used its super scheme in 2024-25 . Introduced in 2018, the home downsizer scheme allows eligible Australians aged 55 ...

latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook . Australia A rate hike after a short easing cycle “With the economy operating near full ...

AFCA is anticipating there will be more focus on coercive control and elder abuse going forward. . Alexandra Sidoti, senior ombudsman with the Australian Financial ...