Being Proactive Whilst you have Capacity

In late 2012, the Queensland Supreme Court ordered that an alteration to a grandfather’s will be made by way of a codicil, that provided for the establishment of a separate testamentary trust for each of his grandsons. Please see attached article on the case, by...

How Does the Mini Budget Affect Us?

The mini-budget of October 2012, provided an important announcement that adds confidence to the SMSF industry: From the 1st of July 2012, a tax exemption will apply following the death of an SMSF member in receipt of a pension until that pension has been paid out of...

October 2012 Government Mini Budget

Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook 2012-13                   The 2012-13 Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) released today shows the fundamentals of the Australian economy remain strong, with the budget returning to surplus this financial year as...