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The ATO has released a super health check – here’s what I would have told you instead
Personal Finance
The ATO has released a super health check – here’s what I would have told you instead
The ATO recently came out with a ‘super health check’. Here’s what I would’ve put into it.
Shani Jayamanne | 02 September 2024
The ATO has SMSF asset valuations in its crosshairs
Retirement
The ATO has SMSF asset valuations in its crosshairs
SMSF trustees need to ensure they value their assets at least annually and that those valuations are fair and reasonable, based on objective and...
Julie Steed | 10 July 2024
Avoid this expensive tax-time mistake
Personal Finance
Avoid this expensive tax-time mistake
Share investors need to take care when declaring capital gains and losses, being particularly mindful of the Australian Taxation Office's 'wash sale'...
Nicki Bourlioufas | 25 June 2023
The ultimate superannuation EOFY checklist 2023
Personal Finance
The ultimate superannuation EOFY checklist 2023
Now is the time for SMSFs and other super funds to make the most of the strategies available to them. Here is a 24-point checklist.
Liam Shorte | 08 June 2023
Filing a crypto tax return? 5 things to know
Personal Finance
Filing a crypto tax return? 5 things to know
The Australian Tax Office is cracking down on cryptocurrency this tax time, make sure your return is compliant.
Nicki Bourlioufas | 06 June 2022
SMSFs and cryptocurrency: A guide
Retirement
SMSFs and cryptocurrency: A guide
There are rules to be aware of before diving into the sector.
Anthony Fensom | 07 January 2022
Crypto, foreign income and short-term trading on ATO’s hit list
Personal Finance
Crypto, foreign income and short-term trading on ATO’s hit list
If you have profited from cryptocurrency, be extra careful to disclose any gains because you're on the ATO's hit list.
Nicki Bourlioufas | 12 July 2021
The ultimate EOFY checklist for SMSFs: 2021
Retirement
The ultimate EOFY checklist for SMSFs: 2021
Take advantage of opportunities and avoid a knock on the door. Here are 25 items to check.
Liam Shorte | 17 June 2021
Indexation complication! Four changes you need to know
Retirement
Indexation complication! Four changes you need to know
Several superannuation thresholds will be indexed from 1 July 2021, and it's critical to check the new opportunities to put more into the tax...
Julie Steed | 07 April 2021
Can you owe $800k tax on a profit of $45k?
Personal Finance
Can you owe $800k tax on a profit of $45k?
How one newbie trader got himself entangled with the taxman.
Alexandra Macqueen | 06 April 2021