SMSF Insights & Resources

Expert articles on superannuation, contribution strategies, tax compliance, and SMSF management — written to keep you informed and in control.

SMSF Insights & Analysis

Practical SMSF knowledge for trustees, members, and those considering taking control of their superannuation.

Precious metals gold and silver - SMSF investing guide Investments
📅 2 July 2026 🕒 8 min

Gold, Silver and Your SMSF: The Complete Guide to Investing in Precious Metals Through Super

Want to invest in gold or silver in your SMSF? This guide covers physical bullion, ETFs, storage requirements, insurance obligations, and audit documentation.

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SMSF contribution caps 2026-27 financial year guide Contributions & Caps
📅 1 July 2026 🕒 8 min

SMSF Contribution Caps for the 2026-27 Financial Year: Everything You Need to Know

From concessional and non-concessional caps to the bring-forward rule and carry-forward provisions: a complete guide to SMSF contribution limits for FY2027.

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Residential homes - SMSF LRBA borrowing ban Regulatory Update
📅 1 July 2026 🕒 7 min

SMSFs Banned from Borrowing to Buy Residential Property: What Every Trustee Needs to Know

Thinking about buying residential property through your SMSF? Learn about the new legislation banning residential LRBAs, grandfathering provisions, and what borrowing options remain available.

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Australian Parliament House - Federal Budget 2026-27 Federal Budget
📅 14 May 2026 🕒 5 min

Federal Budget 2026-27: A Quiet Night for SMSFs Amid Sweeping Tax Reform

The 2026-27 Budget was largely quiet on SMSF-specific measures - but a minimum tax on discretionary trust distributions and a global minimum tax deserve close attention.

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Clock - Payday super deadline Compliance
📅 30 April 2026 🕒 4 min

Is Your SMSF Ready for Payday Super? What Every Trustee Needs to Know Before 1 July 2026

From 1 July 2026, employers must pay super at the same time as wages. SMSF trustees face specific readiness requirements - here is what to check and action before the deadline.

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Australian Parliament House - Division 296 superannuation tax Tax Reform
📅 14 October 2025 🕒 4 min

4 Key Changes Announced for Division 296 Superannuation Tax by Federal Government

The Government revised its Division 296 proposal - scrapping the unrealised gains tax, introducing a tiered structure and indexation, and deferring the commencement to 1 July 2026.

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