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SELF MANAGED SUPER FUND News & Analysis

How do low cost SMSFs compare?
Personal Finance
How do low cost SMSFs compare?
Costs matter a lot to your return outcomes. How do SMSFs compare, and at what balance do they make sense?
Shani Jayamanne | 23 January 2025
How much does it really cost to run an SMSF?
Retirement
How much does it really cost to run an SMSF?
Use our free calculator to compare the cost against an industry or retail super fund
Shani Jayamanne | 03 November 2024
My own reasons for early SMSF establishment
Retirement
My own reasons for early SMSF establishment
In response to a previous article on delaying establishing an SMSF, Meg explains why she started early, long before she began in the SMSF industry....
Meg Heffron | 08 August 2024
The pros and cons of taking the DIY super route
Retirement
The pros and cons of taking the DIY super route
A self managed super fund can offer investors more control and, in many cases, greater choice over their retirement investments. But are the extra...
Tony Kaye | 01 August 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
SMSF rule changes are coming in 2022: What to expect
Retirement
SMSF rule changes are coming in 2022: What to expect
While the upcoming federal budget may bring yet more changes for SMSFs, here are some of those already in the pipeline for 2022.
Anthony Fensom | 21 March 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
Too big to hide: Australia’s largest SMSFs spark debate
Retirement
Too big to hide: Australia’s largest SMSFs spark debate
A small number of self-managed 'mega-funds' are causing a stir, writes Anthony Fensom.
Anthony Fensom | 27 September 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
Super changes, the Budget and 2021 versus 2022
Retirement
Super changes, the Budget and 2021 versus 2022
The Budget handed down  this week delivered many welcome changes to superannuation. However, they are subject to legislation and at best, the start...
Graham Hand | 13 May 2021