With some new rules for actuarial certificates coming in from 1 July 2017, the term "deemed segregation" has popped into the SMSF vernacular. What does it actually mean and why is it important?

We are definitely at the business end of 2017/18 when it comes to discovering just where the submerged rocks lie for CGT relief under the 2017 Superannuation Reforms.

With all the recent focus on new limitations on super, it’s easy to forget that there is also at least one new rule that helps those still saving to put more into their super account with the best possible tax treatment.

One of the many benefits traditionally enjoyed by funds entirely in pension phase was that when an asset was sold, any capital gain was completely disregarded. But what does the future look like on this front?

The ATO announcement this morning advising that they will be extending the due date for lodgement of SMSF Annual Returns strongly indicates the complexities around the CGT Relief is proving challenging, as we, at Heffron, predicted would be the case.

The Bills necessary to make both the above measures law have now received Royal Assent.

Understanding when a fund is "segregated" for tax purposes is critical in applying the tax rules to SMSFs providing pensions.

The terms "segregated" and "pooled" have been part of the superannuation landscape for 30 years. From 1 July 2017, however, the way we think about these terms for pension funds needs to change profoundly.

It’s not popular to voice support for the very wealthy, particularly retirees with very large super balances. But they have just been shafted big time in the latest round of super changes.

A good deed should last 5 years as a general rule and we generally recommend a review to our clients after that time rather than every year.

Big news this week with the Government announcing a total backflip on one of its big 2016 Federal Budget measures – the lifetime limit on non-concessional contributions.