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December 2023 SMSF newsletter

Your SMSF calendar for 2026
Forewarned is forearmed, as they say, so why not download our 2026 SMSF calendar to ensure you don’t miss any crucial dates, deadlines or opportunities in the year ahead. Read more.
Your SMSF calendar for 2026
Forewarned is forearmed, as they say, so why not download our 2026 SMSF calendar to ensure you don’t miss any crucial dates, deadlines or opportunities in the year ahead. Read more.
SMSFs and estate planning: Issues to consider after the death of a SMSF member
In this article in our SMSF and Estate Planning series, we focus on key issues within your fund. Read more.
SMSFs and estate planning: Issues to consider after the death of a SMSF member
In this article in our SMSF and Estate Planning series, we focus on key issues within your fund. Read more.
Small APRA funds: What are they and why would I need one?
Small APRA funds are often overlooked, but they offer valuable benefits if you want more control of your super investments without the trustee responsibilities. Read more.
Small APRA funds: What are they and why would I need one?
Small APRA funds are often overlooked, but they offer valuable benefits if you want more control of your super investments without the trustee responsibilities. Read more.
SMSF investment rules: Collectables and personal use assets
An ATO crackdown on asset valuations is putting pressure on SMSFs with collectables to take stock. Read more.
SMSF investment rules: Collectables and personal use assets
An ATO crackdown on asset valuations is putting pressure on SMSFs with collectables to take stock. Read more.
SMSF property tax deduction mistakes to avoid
Property investment is popular with SMSFs, so it’s important to know what your fund can and can’t claim as investment property tax deductions if you want to stay on the… Read more.
SMSF property tax deduction mistakes to avoid
Property investment is popular with SMSFs, so it’s important to know what your fund can and can’t claim as investment property tax deductions if you want to stay on the… Read more.

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SuperGuide members Q&A: December 2023

Thursday 14 December 2023 at 11:00 am AEDT

In this webinar super expert Garth McNally will answer recent questions from SuperGuide members.

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It is now just 18 months until the new tax rules for member balances above $3 million are due to take effect. You need to start thinking about your own overall super fund balances and consider if any changes need to be made to your existing retirement savings strategies.

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