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Age Pension, will I qualify when I reach pension age? As we start to think about retirement, one of the first questions many of us ask is “Will I qualify for the Age Pension?” To help you understand your eligibility, we outline the basic thresholds that apply under the different means tests and what types of assets and income sources are included.

SMSF member and moving overseas? If you currently have an SMSF, you’ll need a strategy for managing your super to ensure your fund doesn’t breach any residency rules. Know your options and plan before you go.

SMSFs vs other types of funds, some issues to consider. For many people, SMSFs are a great option for building retirement savings, but they may not be suitable for everyone.

Business real property can be moved into your SMSF. Transferring a commercial property into an SMSF can be a great way to build retirement savings and take advantage of the concessionally taxed SMSF environment. But when acquiring property from a related party, it’s vital the property meets the “business real property” test.

SMSF trustee, is a corporate trustee worth the extra expense? Setting up a new SMSF does involve some cost, and one of the decisions you’ll need to make is whether it’s worth paying to establish a new company to act as trustee.