Why Your SMSF Manager’s Credentials Actually Matter. Choosing someone to support your self-managed super fund is one of the more significant financial decisions you’ll make. The rules are complex, the stakes are high, and getting things wrong can be costly in ways that take years to unwind. So when we talk about qualifications, we’re not […]
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What is Division 296 tax? Division 296 legislation has passed both houses as of 11 March 2026 without further amendments and will take effect from 1 July 2026. Division 296 tax is an additional tax on individuals whose total superannuation balance exceeds $3 million at year end. It targets earnings attributable to the portion of […]
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Last updated April 2026. This article has been refreshed with current contribution caps, penalty frameworks and compliance requirements for 2025–26. SMSFs remain one of the most flexible vehicles for managing your retirement savings. But flexibility comes with responsibility. As SMSF administrators who have worked with hundreds of funds over the years, the team at SMSFcentral […]
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