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• ATO encourages trustees to use voluntary disclosure service
  The ATO is encouraging SMSF trustees to use its voluntary disclosure service to inform it early if a contravention has occurred.
• Beware of terminal illness payout time frame
  If an SMSF member is diagnosed with a terminal illness, it is best not to close out the fund before the insurance has been paid, says a specialist.
• Capital losses can help reduce NALI
  Capital losses can be used to reduce or eliminate NALI tax exposures in relation to a tainted capital gain, says a legal expert.
• Investment and economic outlook, August 2024
  Region-by-region economic outlook and latest forecasts for investment returns.
• What the Reserve Bank’s rates stance means for property borrowers
  The funding gap between variable and fixed rate loans is continuing to widen.
• How investing regularly can propel your returns
  Even investing small amounts on a regular basis will compound returns over time. 
• Super sector in ASIC’s sights
  The superannuation sector’s handling of retirement outcomes will be an area of focus for ASIC which has also committed to review SMSF establishment advice.
• Most Popular Operating Systems 1999 - 2022
  Check out the most Popular Operating Systems 1999 - 2022
• Our investment and economic outlook, July 2024
  Our region-by-region economic outlook and latest forecasts for investment returns.
• Striking a balance in the new financial year
  By doing a few calculations you can easily see if your portfolio is still on track.
• The five reasons why the $A is likely to rise further - if recession is avoided
  After a soft patch since 2021, there is good reason to expect the $A to rise into next year
• What super fund members should know when comparing returns
  Why you need to compare apples with apples on super fund performances and fees.
• Insurance inside super has tax advantages
  One of the most significant advantages of holding insurance policies inside superannuation is the tax deduction for life and disability premiums that go towards paying out a disability superannuation benefit, according to a leading technical specialist.
• It’s never too early to start talking about aged care with clients
  Financial planning professionals should be having conversations with their clients as soon as possible about their aged care needs, says a specialist adviser.
• Capacity doubts now more common
  The partner of a legal firm specialising in superannuation has revealed the concept of SMSF member mental capacity is becoming more prevalent in estate planning challenges, prompting the need for practitioners to amend their procedures regarding all fund actions.