Late SMSF annual returns to change Super Lookup ‘status
Super Lookup ‘status’ will change if SMSF annual returns are late The ATO considers the lodgement of an SMSF’s annual return on time to be a fundamental part of an SMSF trustee’s obligations. Consequently, from 1 October 2019, if an SMSF is more than two weeks overdue on any annual return lodgement due date and […]
Federal Election called
2019/20 Budget Update The Federal Election called for 18 May 2019, and the Governor-General has ‘prorogued’ the Parliament from 11 April until 18 May 2019 and dissolved the House of Representatives. The election will also be for half the Senate. As a result, all outstanding Bills have also lapsed (so any measures not yet passed […]
Ageing and aged care in Australia
Receiving care in a residential aged care home In Australia, the government subsidises different types of aged care services to cater for older peoples’ needs and to support their carers – usually their family. This is a sensitive and complex area, and for more and more Australians is a decision they will need to make […]
Ageing and aged care
Ageing and aged care in Australia The number of people aged 65 and over in Australia is projected to more than double, to 8.8 million, over the next 40 years(1). This will undoubtedly increase the need for aged care in the community and put pressure on families and Government funding. Receiving help at home Initially, […]
Downsizer contributions
ATO guidance regarding ‘downsizer contributions’ The ability to make ‘downsizer contributions’ effectively commenced on 1 July 2018, prompting the ATO to release further guidance with respect to this new superannuation contribution classification. This new measure will be of most assistance for individuals approaching retirement, where they dispose of their family home in an effort to […]
Board of Advice Program
Project managing your future business needs As a business owner, your wealth and well-being are inextricably linked to your business. It is your source of income, your most important asset and, frequently, its sale will fund your retirement. At Omnis Group, we want to support your goals so you can retire financially secure by providing you […]
Perth dentist case study
Financial Planning expertise adds polish to Perth dentist’s affairs Shelley’s experience was like many others when it came to organising her personal affairs. She’d found a financial adviser with whom she worked well but, when he inevitably left for greener pastures, she was offered a litany of replacements that changed too frequently for her liking. […]
Omnis retirement planning case study
Structuring retirement planning reaps results for former ‘do it yourselfer’ Retiree Ross led a varied and interesting career – from jumping out of army helicopters, to being a ski instructor and owning his own business – he’s never done things by halves. So when it came to selling his mum’s home and finalising her estate, […]
Mythbusting super
5 super myths explained Although most of us have money in super, there are still some myths and misconceptions surrounding it. Myth 1: Super is a form of tax It’s understandable that some people think super is a form of tax. After all, you’re likely to see super payments on your payslip near the amount […]
Retirement planning case study
Projected benefits of putting extra savings into super Age 40 Starting balance $100,000 Income of $100,000 per year As shown in the above case study, putting an extra 6 per cent of your pre-tax income into your super each year could leave you significantly better […]