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by Alex PolorotoffUnderstanding when an SMSF requires an actuarial certificate is essential for accurate ECPI calculation and ATO compliance. This article outlines the key rules, methods, and scenarios that determine whether an...

by Alicia Thomson Recently, one of our readers contacted us with an interesting scenario, which is likely to become increasingly common. With many SMSF’s having been set up predominantly to purchase a single residential property, the...

by Duc Hong The First Home Super Saver scheme (FHSS) was designed to assist first home buyers to save using superannuation. Eligible contributions made since 1 July 2017 include voluntary personal and salary sacrifice contributions (both...

Enduring Power of Attorney: Exception to the SMSF Trustee RuleThe general rule for SMSF trustees/members is that all trustees (or trustee company directors) must be members and all members must be trustees (or trustee company...

by Alex Polorotoff It seems likely that the Bill currently before Parliament, increasing the maximum number of members in an SMSF to six, will receive royal ascent.  It is interesting to see how much discussion this is currently...