For many people, the idea of managing and investing in your own retirement savings is very appealing. But there is debate over whether running your own self-managed super fund (SMSF) is cost-effective. So, what are the arguments for and against having your own fund? Taking control of your super People choose to run their own…
In the right hands, a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) can be a beneficial way to build wealth for retirement. Whilst they are not for everyone, it is important that when thinking of starting an SMSF, individuals need to understand the benefits and responsibilities they take on by having an SMSF. What is an SMSF? An…
The potential increase in members from four to six a in self-managed fund has led to many to consider about whether it is worthwhile to have children as members of the parents’ or ‘family’ SMSF. The options are: should the kids join the fund, have their own, or go elsewhere to an industry or retail…