Meg Heffron answers why it’s not possible for SMSF members to top up their pension balance - even though it has dropped below the $1.6m pension cap - if the cap had been reached previously. - Originally published in "Australian Financial Review"

The rules in superannuation and SMSFs are changing fast in our current Covid-19 focused world. What are the latest issues?

In this inaugural episode of The SMSF Adviser Show, hosts Jo Cronolly and Aaron Dunn welcome Meg Heffron, to reveal how she’s adapting to a COVID-19 environment.

Our webinar on Government's superannuation changes in response to Covid-19 was a huge success. As part of our ongoing support to you we are offering you access to our FREE WEBINAR.

There is really nothing good to say about investment markets right now – nor, of course, the existential challenge that COVID-19 poses to society. But what does it all mean for our superannuation and in particular pensions?

On 22 March 2020 the Government announced the second of their stimulus packages to support Australia through the economic consequences of the Covid-19. The rules announced today for those suffering reduced incomes are explained here.

On 22 March 2020 the Government announced the second of their stimulus packages to support Australia through the economic consequences of the Covid-19. The rules announced today for retirees are explained here.

In any discussion about the pros and cons of SMSFs, the most common words in the conversation are 'control' and 'flexibility'. And these are certainly highly relevant as they are indeed benefits of SMSFs.

Legislation to encourage employers to voluntarily disclose their historical superannuation guarantee (SG) non-compliance and pay an employee’s full SG entitlements has now been legislated.

Listen to Martin's podcast discussing the government's review into the retirement income system.

We are certainly living through challenging and unprecedented times. You will soon see new initiatives to bring more of our training online and provide online tools that can help your staff who are working remotely.

We are adapting our operations for the impact of COVID-19. By actively responding to the risks we both protect and support our staff as well as continue business as usual for you.