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 […]
Summary of single touch payroll
What is single touch payroll and how will it affect your business? Single touch payroll is a new regulation that changes when and how small businesses report payroll activity to the Australian Tax Office (ATO). Businesses used to report this information to the ATO once a year. Now, they need to send a report after […]
Superannuation guarantee
Employer super quick check Paying super is an important part of being an employer. Super provides income for your workers in retirement. Here’s how to run a quick check of your super obligations to make sure you’ve got everything sorted: Check you’re paying super to all eligible workers. Some contractors may be entitled to super. […]
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 […]
Small Business Superannuation Clearing House
Ensure correct SBSCH information When employers use the Small Business Superannuation Clearing House (SBSCH), it is important to enter the correct information. Providing the correct information reduces the possibility that a super fund will reject the payment. When super funds return payments to the ATO due to incorrect details they must manually intervene and contact the employer […]
WA SMSF and Accounting Awards 2018
Perth’s Omnis Group shortlisted for 4 industry awards Perth’s Justin Flavel and Omnis Group are officially in the running to take home four awards at the prestigious self-managed super and accounting event of the year. Omnis Group has been shortlisted as Finalists in three categories at the state-based 2018 SMSF and Accounting Awards, in partnership […]
Omnis Group health industry case study
Health professionals case study Despite working with advisors who purported to be medical industry experts, by the time Registered Nurse Elle and her Specialist husband were introduced to Justin and Daniel at Omnis Group, they were desperate for useful advice and practical assistance to enable them to effectively manage their successful medical practice, and the […]
Suburban scammers
Suburban scammers pushing illegal early access to super The ATO has become aware of people in some suburban areas of major cities attempting to encourage others to illegally access their super early. Generally for a fee, scammers offer to help them to purchase a car, to pay debts, to take a holiday, or to provide money […]