A binding death benefit nomination (BDBN) is a written notice provided to the trustee of a super fund which explicitly nominates a beneficiary for the super benefit in the case of the fund owners death. Individuals can choose to nominate either a dependent or a legal personal representative to receive the contents of their super
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text] Benefits of using a testamentary trust Testamentary trusts are established under a valid will to provide a greater level of control over the distribution of assets to beneficiaries. Not only do testamentary trusts provide tax advantages, they can also be an
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]With the federal election now well behind us, Simon Farmer from Walshs takes time to reflect on what a re-elected coalition government will mean for Qld surgeons. Taxation changes under the current government will be minimal in the immediate future, their focus
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]With less than a week to go until Australians hit the polling booths, Simon Farmer and Michael Walsh have summarised the key policies announced by the Labor and Coalition parties, including how these might impact specifically on our clients. Watch the video,
As the end of the financial year approaches, now is an ideal time to think about ways that you could grow your superannuation. Here are some strategies you can consider that will enable you to streamline your finances while also seeking some generous tax breaks. Concessional contributions: Also known as before-tax contributions, these are the
