Market Wrap May 2021
Carrick Aland’s summary of global markets as the pandemic lingers, including major asset class performance and currency markets for May 2021.
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SMSF quarterly statistical report – March 2021
The ATO’s March 2021 quarterly statistical report has revealed the total number of SMSFs will soon hit 600,000, with consistent growth seen across establishments and assets as the industry heads into a post-COVID recovery economy.
Budget update 2021/22
The Budget proposes positive changes to superannuation, an extension of the low and middle-income tax offsets and a boost to aged care services. We summarise some of the key points from the Budget but, remember, these are subject to the passing of legislation.
Changes to SMSF rollovers and release authorities
From 1 October 2021, self-managed super funds (SMSFs) will need to use SuperStream to roll over super to or from their funds. These changes are due to government measures announced in 2019.
Tax planning and contribution caps
From 1 July 2021, the non-concessional contributions cap will increase from $100,000 to $110,000. Members under 65 years of age may be able to make non-concessional contributions of up to three times the annual non-concessional contributions cap in a single year.
Your SMSF may have a TBAR due 28 April
The transfer balance account report for some SMSFs is due 28 April 2021. The TBAR is separate from the SMSF annual return and is a trustee reporting obligation. FInd out if you need to act.
Helping your children, financially speaking
As a parent you probably have great expectations for your child. They will have everything you had and more! You will consider their every need and make the most of every opportunity to help them get ahead, right?
Four ways to teach children healthy money habits
As a parent, you try to ensure your children have the skills to make smart financial decisions. For example, you tell them about the importance of saving or the power of compounding interest. But did you know that you could be sending them negative money messages without meaning to?