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The Ultimate Div 296 Modelling Tool is Now Available
The modelling tool I flagged a fortnight ago is now live and embedded in our Div 296 FAQ. Thanks to those who reached...
Div 296 Modelling Tool
I am just putting the finishing touches on, what I intend to be, the ultimate tool for Div 296 modelling of...
Need to Reconsider Reversionary Pensions
On the death of a pensioner with a reversionary pension, the survivor becomes automatically entitled to the deceased...
Draft Div 296 Regulations have been released
The draft Div 296 Regulations have now been released. Most of the text relates to the operation of Div 296 to APRA and...
Contribution Reserving and Payday Super
Payday Super, commencing on 1 July 2026, generally requires an employer to make their superannuation payment within 7...
Caps Will Increase from 1 July 2026
Now that the AWOTE figures have been released we can confirm that contribution caps will increase from 1 July 2026. We...
SMSF v Tax Business Property Confusion
What’s often overlooked is that the definition of ‘business real property’ under sub-section 66(5) of the SIS Act and...
Div 296 Tabled in Parliament
Div 296 has just been tabled. Here's the Bill and the Explanatory Memorandum. It will be effective from 1 July 2026,...
Why Does Div 296 Now Apply on Death
One of the major changes incorporated into the latest version of Div 296 is its application to death benefits. The...
General Transfer Balance Cap to Rise
Based on the December CPI figures, the General Transfer Balance Cap will increase from $2m to $2.1m on 1st July 2026....
SGC Opt Out for High Income Earners with Multiple Employers
It’s almost past that time of year when high income earners, with multiple employers, may like to consider their level...
Div 296 Released for Consultation
In a move that will spoil the Christmas break for many superannuation techies, the government has released the new Div...
The Power of Incremental Improvements
This is my last blog for the year. It has nothing to do with superannuation. It was inspired by an excellent...
Be Careful When Planning Asset Sales & Pension Commencements
I was asked a simple question recently. An SMSF has 2 members, one has been wholly in pension since July 1 and the...
Why does the auditor need that?
Advisers and trustees often feel that the level of audit scrutiny is excessive and it’s true to say that it has become...
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