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Category: SMSF & Superannuation

SMSF property investment: A comprehensive guide
For many investors, a popular way to invest directly in residential or commercial property is...
Super tax still on the table after first parliament session
The first sitting fortnight of the 48th Federal Parliament shed little light on the fate...
Controversial super tax remains in limbo
The Treasury Laws Amendment Bill 2023, containing the controversial Division 296 tax on superannuation balances...
SMSF Investment rules and options: A Comprehensive Guide
A self-managed super fund (SMSF) is a popular method of superannuation management that allows for...
Division 296: The future of self-managed super
On the final day of Parliament for 2024, the Senate moved to split the Treasury...
Take control of your super: 9 benefits of SMSFs
There are many potential benefits to a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF), especially for those who...
Super Funds on the brink of becoming lenders?
A recent meeting between the elite and knowledgeable touted the idea of long term business...
The First Home Owner Super Saver Scheme
I’ve found in recent years there’s a bit to learn tuning into talk back radio....
Insurance in Super or Not?
Insurances and Super – What you need to know which could result in a superior retirement...
Concessional Caps – Superannuation
As you may or may not be aware superannuation concessional contribution caps are changing from...
What’s happening in the Superannuation Space
WHATS NEW? The new Limited Recourse Borrowing Arrangement rules should now be well and...
How will I EVER afford to retire?
How will I EVER afford to retire ? Don’t worry, we all think it....

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Official Statement – New ATO correspondence system
Optima Partners has recently introduced a new system to manage ATO correspondence for our registered...
How to set up a self-managed super fund (SMSF)
A self-managed super fund (SMSF) can provide flexibility, investment choice and potential tax benefits for...
Peak bodies declare support for removal of red tape
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers announced on September 24, 2025 that the government is looking at...
Succession planning: a comprehensive guide
Succession planning is a key component of a successful business strategy. It is a crucial...
Key Dates – October 2025
21 October: Lodge and pay September monthly activity statement. 28 October: Lodge and pay Q1,...
Debt enforcement, payday super headline ATO’s 2025-26 plan
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released its 2025-26 corporate plan, outlining key priorities, challenges...
Official Statement – Phishing attempts
We are aware that some clients have recently been receiving fraudulent emails and phishing attempts...
Effective strategies for debtor management
Debtor management is a key component of long-term business success. Poor debtor management can quickly...
Choosing the Best Client Accounting Software for Your Business
Good client accounting software is essential for business growth and improvement. The right software will...
Key Dates – September 2025
September 21: Lodge and pay August monthly activity statement. September 30: Lodge PAYG withholding payment summary...