New research shows SMSFs outperform over longer period

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Research released yesterday by the University of Adelaide’s International Centre for Financial Services (ICFS), shows self-managed super funds (SMSFs) on average outperformed APRA-regulated funds by 1.2 percentage points over the

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SMSF Association welcomes long-awaited reforms to financial adviser education pathway

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The Federal Government’s decision to reform the educational pathway to become a financial adviser has been welcomed by the SMSF Association. Chief Executive Officer Peter Burgess says: “With the number

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SMSF Association calls for urgent action on CSLR

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The SMSF Association is calling for urgent Government action following the release of fresh data from the operator of the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort (CSLR) showing a more than

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SMSF Association to tackle growing issue of elder abuse at National Conference

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Financial abuse, particularly elder abuse will come under the microscope at the SMSF Association’s National Conference being held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from February 19-21. Association Head

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SMSF Association refutes ‘heaps of consultation’ claim on Division 296

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The SMSF Association refutes claims made this morning by Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers that the Government’s proposed new tax on superannuation balances exceeding $3m followed extensive industry consultation, and that

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SMSF Association celebrates legacy pension amnesty as a win for retirees

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The SMSF Association has lauded the Federal Government’s decision to fast track the implementation of a legacy pension amnesty. SMSF Association CEO Peter Burgess says this is an early Christmas

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SMSF Association supports push for affordable and accessible financial advice

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The SMSF Association says the framework outlined in the second tranche of the Government’s Delivering Better Financial Outcomes (DBFO) reform package lays the groundwork for reducing the cost and improving

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Self managed super funds surpass $1 trillion milestone, highlighting the strength and professionalism of the sector

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The self managed super fund (SMSF) sector has notched up a significant milestone following the release of the Australian Taxation Office’s (ATO) September 2024 quarter SMSF statistics which show total

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Super professionals to unlock collective potential at 2025 SMSF Association National Conference

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With cross-disciplinary collaboration more essential than ever, the SMSF Association is excited to bring together top industry minds at its 2025 National Conference, being held at the Melbourne Convention and

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SMSF Association appoints three new Board directors

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The SMSF Association is pleased to announce the appointment of three new board members, Meg Heffron, Brett Griffiths and Lachlan Sue, collectively bringing to the board over 50 years of  SMSF

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