Peter Freeman is a former managing editor of The Australian Financial Review. He runs his own self-managed super fund.
Why parents may start including kids in SMSF
New research shows a lot of young people are interested in an SMSF and the possibility of joining their parents' funds.
Why the buck stops here with self-managed super
A self-managed superannuation fund has to protect itself, warns Peter Freeman
Understanding tax offsets
Anyone who wants to have a good idea of their likely tax bill needs to factor in tax offsets.
How to dispute your tax refund
If you have received a smaller refund than expected, or even a demand to pay more tax, the next step is to decide whether or not to dispute your tax refund.
Luxury car tax: the true cost of posh
Anyone considering buying a quality car needs to be aware of the luxury car tax.
Understanding tax deductions on rental properties
There are plenty of grey areas in tax law - this is certainly true when it comes to claiming tax deductions on rental properties.
How to avoid the painful tax consequences of SMSF
The proposed 15% tax rate on every dollar of annual earnings over $100,000 generated by a superannuation pension could have painful tax consequences when a member of an SMSF dies.
How the cap on education tax deductions will affect you
With the federal government to cap tax deductions for self-education expenses, anyone considering undertaking expensive study should act now.
What you need to know about buying residential property through an SMSF
Investing in property with SMSF works out well in theory but is not as clear-cut in practice.
Why June is important for SMSF members
June is when most SMSF members check to see whether they have complied with the key superannuation rules and taken advantage of any concessions on offer.
