Licensing just the tip of the iceberg for true SMSF compliance

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The latest moves from ASIC indicate that it has drawn the line on SMSF compliance – and it’s a hard one. The message is clear: get your SMSF house in... Read more continue reading

The future of options strategies

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Although the Australian options market as we know it commenced operations in February 1976, options of some form have been around for many hundreds of years. However, new margining requirements... Read more continue reading

Responsible investments outperforming mainstream investments

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Responsible investment funds are outperforming their average mainstream counterparts year on year, as the market for responsible investment continues to grow in Australia, the latest Responsible Investment Benchmark Report 2017... Read more continue reading

How an Investment Bond can help supplement superannuation

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Investment Bonds have benefits and features which are worthwhile evaluating as a way to supplement superannuation or even as an alternative tax-effective vehicle. Tax effective structure of Investment Bonds Investment... Read more continue reading

Australia ranked 6th globally for retirement outcomes: 2017 Natixis Global Retirement Index

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Australian retirees’ wellbeing is ranked number six in the world, according to new research from Natixis Global Asset Management. The 2017 Global Retirement Index (GRI), released yesterday by Natixis Global Asset... Read more continue reading

What is a managed account?

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Managed accounts represent the most recent addition to the range of managed investment portfolio solutions available in Australia. Managed accounts do not pool client assets for investment purposes; however, they... Read more continue reading

All over red rover?

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The sheer volume of funds flowing into passively managed investments suggests the active versus passive debate has been decided. Earlier this year, the Financial Times reported that “While outflows from... Read more continue reading

How can I make an impact with my investing?

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Impact investing is an investment approach that intentionally seeks to create both financial return and positive social or environmental impact that is actively measured. But there is a challenge in... Read more continue reading

Can a video will be admitted to probate?

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Donna is a widow and is 85 years old. Due to her deteriorating health, she is unable to attend her solicitor’s office to make a formal Will. So she decides... Read more continue reading

What can be done when an SMSF trust deed contains a mistake or typo?

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We often get asked by our clients, what can be done when their SMSF Trust Deed contains a mistake or typo. Formalities are necessary and a deed of rectification may... Read more continue reading