Personal Superannuation Contributions – 10% rule repealed
With the end of the financial year fast approaching, it is time to start thinking about income tax deductions.
Under the new Government changes to super, effective 1 July 2017, the 10% maximum earnings condition for personal superannuation contributions was removed for the 2017-18 and future financial years.
The directly held property makes up approximately 19% of all SMSF assets, indicating that many SMSF trustees consider it’s an important and significant part of a diversified portfolio. There are numerous strategies and ways for property to form part of an SMSF’s investments and each must be carefully considered.
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We are offering a complimentary service for our clients called ViewSuper.
ViewSuper allows real-time two-way communication between us and you. It is an online portal that gives access to data for Trustees, including a snapshot of contributions received, withdrawals and any alerts to the Trustee of potential issues.
The end of the financial year always seems to crop up faster than it should. Given the impending July 2017 superannuation changes, being on top of your end of financial year planning is as important as it has ever been.
This year it is essential that you consider maximising the existing contribution limits for superannuation before they decrease on 1 July 2017. While maximising contributions should be front of mind it is imperative you don’t forget your other obligations as trustee of your SMSF and ensure that your SMSF stays on track! Continue reading
