2021 was a busy year for the superannuation industry, and no doubt as we head to a federal election superannuation will again be a hot topic. A few weeks ago, Federal Parliament passed new legislation to be effective from 1 July 2022 which will provide additional attractive concessions for members of superannuation funds. We discuss these
As 30 June 2021 fast approaches it is important to ensure the tax planning and compliance issues relating to your self-managed superannuation fund are in order. Set out below are a few matters to consider and take action on where necessary. Contributions The maximum contribution levels for 2020-21 for concessional and non-concessional contributions are: Concessional
By Michael Walsh, CEO of Walshs Practice If you operate a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF), you should be aware that there are compliance obligations you must meet and that non-compliant funds may be subject to ATO sanctions or penalties. An SMSF trustee who does not meet compliance requirements might be forced to undertake an education
By Michael Walsh, CEO of Walshs Practice If you’re an employer who has failed to make Superannuation Guarantee (SG) payments to your workers, you have until September 7 to apply for an amnesty. The amnesty is a one-off opportunity for employers to correct any payment mistakes and we are urging them to take advantage of
By Michael Walsh, CEO of Walshs As the end of the financial year approaches, effective planning and preparation is critical for all taxpayers and with June 30 drawing near, it is a perfect time to plan and review your records in order to maximise your tax deductions. Here are some of my top tips for
By Michael Walsh, CEO of Walshs As the world struggles with many changes brought about by COVID-19, there are a number of measures business owners should be considering as they plan their 2019-2020 tax requirements. Income deferral and expense acceleration If you think your income for the next financial year may be lower than your
By Michael Walsh, CEO of Walshs For clients whose Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) is in pension mode, it is important to remember that at least the minimum annual pension amount must be withdrawn from the Fund and paid to the members before 30 June, 2020. It is preferable for the pension withdrawals to be made in
The impact of the Government’s Coronavirus Stimulus Packages on businesses and the broader community
By Michael Walsh, CEO of Walshs Chartered Accountants and Financial Advisors The Coronavirus Stimulus Packages announced over the past week by Federal and State governments and the Australian Banking Association have major implications for small and medium businesses. Key items of interest for our clients are: BANK LOANS Bank loan repayments: The Australian Banking Association
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
Maximise your tax deductions for the 2018-19 financial year by planning and reviewing your records. Here are top tips for businesses and individuals when it comes to year-end tax planning: Small business CGT concessions Individuals operating a small business may be eligible for capital gains tax (CGT) concessions on the sale of business assets. The
