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ATO warns against asset protection scheme use

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ATO warns against asset protection scheme use

The ATO has warned SMSF trustees to avoid using schemes that offer to protect assets within their fund via the use of an external trust....

ATO begins ID crackdown on recalcitrant directors

Shane Ellis

ATO begins ID crackdown on recalcitrant directors

"Half-a-million who failed to apply before the deadline will be contacted by the office." The ATO is contacting the half-a-million...

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A Happy Santa Time Gift For You!

A Happy Santa-Time GIFT for YOU from the Lawyers? Happy hello – from Shane Ellis the legal practice Director of the Shane Ellis Legal...

Court makes declaratory order in estate planning dispute

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Court makes declaratory order in estate planning dispute

The Supreme Court of the ACT has provided declaratory relief to the executor of an estate in a dispute involving a superannuation pension...

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Shane Ellis Proven Wrong!...Forced To Apologise!

“You should never mistake confidence for arrogance or cock sureness,” my Mum often used to say to me when I was in my high school years....

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Modern Trustee Documents Required

SMSFs with a corporate trustee must ensure the fund has a company constitution that will allow the most current strategies to be...

Important Reminder - Director Identification Number - Deadline Nearing & Penalties Apply

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Important Reminder - Director Identification Number - Deadline Nearing & Penalties Apply

Dear Client, Earlier this year, we emailed you with important information regarding the introduction of Australia’s Director...

High Court Case Confirms SMSF Trust Deed Being Up To Date Is Critical For SMSF Members’ Protection!

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High Court Case Confirms SMSF Trust Deed Being Up To Date Is Critical For SMSF Members’ Protection!

In a recent opinion piece published in The Australian Financial Review, SMSF Association chief executive John Maroney said while the High...

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Shane Ellis - The Prince of Peace of Mind

"My name is Kevin Hindle, often called just ‘Prof’ (because I’m a professor – how original). I have had a great life including beating...

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Fate Is a Four Letter Word

Read the article by Tia Thomas in SMSF Magazine: https://www.ellislaw.com.au/post/death-benefit-conundrum-clarified To potentially save...

1 July 2022 and Superannuation Contribution Changes

Shane Ellis

1 July 2022 and Superannuation Contribution Changes

Several key super changes which may impact your ability to contribute to your SMSF, are set to take effect from 1 July 2022. These...

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Death Benefit Conundrum Clarified

The ATO has definitively declared its position on a common situation involving the treatment of SMSF member benefits when an individual...

Shane Ellis

New Superannuation Contribution Rules

From July 1, they will be able to contribute without having to meet the work test, but they need to watch out for contribution caps and...

Director ID Will Soon Be Mandatory Before You Can Become A Director

Shane Ellis

Director ID Will Soon Be Mandatory Before You Can Become A Director

As you may already be aware, company directors are required to apply for a Director Identification Number (Director ID) from the...

ATO's New Line Of Challenges To Family Trusts

Shane Ellis

ATO's New Line Of Challenges To Family Trusts

From a well written MacRob article. Republished with their permission. * Shane has highlighted the most important parts of the article....

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Asset Protection 2022 & Beyond

AIA 4 day National Conference - 27th to the 30th of March 2022 at the Marriot Gold Coast

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AIA 4 day National Conference - 27th to the 30th of March 2022 at the Marriot Gold Coast

This year I am presenting at the Australia Investors Association National Conference at the Gold Coast and wanted to invite you to come...

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Director ID and Your Obligations

What is a Director Identification Number (director ID) and do I need one? You may have heard about the new rules which require directors...

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The Saga of Mary & Rose

“Procrastination is unfortunately not just the thief of time but also the robber of family wealth when the unexpected arrives for the...

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Is Your SMSF Ready For The EOFY?

Getting a head start on your end of financial year planning is always a good thing! Download my EOFY SMSF checklist!

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