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SMSF Compliance Program – audits to double in 2007

In 2005/06, the ATO completed 4,530 audits of SMSFs and is planning to double their compliance coverage in 2006/07.

SuperSeek and you may find some of the lost $billions is yours

With $9.7 billion of lost superannuation lying in Australian funds, you’d think people would be lining up to claim their share but, despite easy ways to track it down, the amount of money in lost super accounts is steadily growing.

Maintaining the Value of your Business

The majority of business owners want to realise their investment in the business at some point, but how many work at keeping their business at its optimal value and attractive to buyers ?

Its Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) Time Again

The deadline for Fringe Benefits Tax is 31 March 2007. We are pleased to provide you with a recap on FBT.

Franking Credits Available To Life Tenants

The Government will amend the income tax law to allow income beneficiaries of testamentary trusts (such as life tenants) greater access to franking credits on dividends received by the trust.

Amendments To The Tax Law To Reduce Compliance Costs For Small Business

The Minister for Revenue and Assistant Treasurer, Peter Dutton MP, has announced amendments to the integrity rules concerning distributions by private companies (Division 7A of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936).

Is Self Managed Super Right for you?

Your super is your investment for your retirement. A self managed superannuation fund (SMSF) is great for some people but they don't suit everyone. We are please to provide you with four key questions from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and the Tax Office could help you decide whether self managed super is the right decision for you.

When you are in 20s and 30s, you're just starting out, establishing yourself in your career or perhaps beginning a family. Retirement seems light years away. Do not be fooled. Now is the time to start planning for the rest of your life. Read More »

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