Superannuation Archive

SMSFSuperannuation

SMSF education is essential for trustees. Understanding SISA rules helps prevent breaches, reduce penalties and protect retirement savings by identifying compliance risks early.

Small Business

Payday Super is now law, and from 1 July 2026 employers will need to pay super at the same time as wages. Here’s what’s changing, how it impacts your business, and the steps you can take now to prepare.

Tax

A recent tribunal decision confirms that most medical treatments are private expenses and not deductible, even for disability pension recipients. Learn the nexus test, common pitfalls, and planning tips before you claim.

Strategic Financial Advice

A plain-English summary of SMSF trustee obligations: governing rules, sole purpose test, investment strategy, record-keeping, reporting and audits.

Strategic Financial Advice

A guide to your superannuation options at retirement, including account-based pensions, lump sums and keeping funds invested, plus planning tips.

Superannuation

The Government’s revised Division 296 super tax targets earnings on very large balances with a simpler, tiered model and a start date of 1 July 2026. Learn what changes, who is affected, and how to plan.

Superannuation

Superannuation can be accessed early only in limited cases such as financial hardship or compassionate grounds. This article explains the conditions, ATO requirements, and risks of doing so incorrectly.

Strategic Financial Advice

Carry forward concessional contributions allow Australians to catch up on unused super caps from the past five years. Learn the rules, tax benefits, and case studies showing how they can boost retirement savings and reduce taxable income.

Strategic Financial Advice

Planning for retirement starts with knowing how much super you’ll need. This guide explains the difference between a comfortable and modest lifestyle, how the Age Pension fits in, and strategies to grow your super.

Strategic Financial Advice

Inflation erodes purchasing power, making it a critical factor in retirement planning. This article explores strategies to protect retirement income from inflation in Australia, ensuring retirees can maintain stability and security in the years ahead.

Small Business

From 1 July 2025, the super guarantee rate 12% officially applies to all eligible employees. This change impacts payroll software, employment contracts, and cash flow. Employers must ensure compliance to avoid penalties and missed tax deductions.

Tax

A proposed US tax bill could hit Aussie super funds and businesses with US exposure. Learn the potential implications and how to stay ahead.

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Phillip Anthony Partners joins Paris Financial East Melbourne

We are pleased to share that the team at Phillip Anthony Partners have merged with Paris Financial. Our team at Paris Financial can provide you with a large range of quality financial services with over 65 people located across two convenient locations in Blackburn and East Melbourne.

Paris Financial shares the same philosophy as Phillip Anthony Partners of providing a value focused and high quality service for each of our clients. We look forward to assisting with your accounting needs.