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Choosing Between Individual and Corporate Trustees for Your SMSF
Overview of Trustee Structures in SMSFs Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) in Australia can be governed by either individual trustees (where members act as trustees) or a corporate trustee (a company

Can the property held in bare trust be sold without transferring title to the SMSF?
Yes, after the borrowings are repaid, the property held in the bare trust can be sold without first transferring legal title to the SMSF’s name. Here’s why and how this

Can Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs) Invest in Forex, Commodities, and Indices?
Yes, a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) can invest and trade in Forex (foreign exchange), commodities, and indices, but this is subject to strict compliance with the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act

Can Your SMSF Sell Property to Its Own Members?
Yes, a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) in Australia can sell a property it owns to its member(s) or other related parties, as there is no explicit prohibition under the Superannuation

International Gold Investments: A Guide for SMSF Trustees
Overview Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) in Australia can invest in gold overseas. 1. Regulatory Compliance and Investment Strategy 2. Storage and Insurance Requirements For physical gold (not applicable to ETFs

SMSF’s Investment in Gold in Australia
Overview Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) in Australia can invest in gold as part of their portfolio. 1. Regulatory Compliance and Investment Strategy 2. Types of Gold Investments SMSFs can invest

Whether an SMSF can invest in the Post Office Savings Scheme in India?
Ans: No, A Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) cannot invest in fixed deposits under India’s Post Office Savings Schemes, such as the Post Office Time Deposit Account (also known as the

What Happens if Unlisted Shares Aren’t Reported at Market Value in SMSF Financials?
1. Regulatory Requirement for Market Valuation Under SIS Regulation 8.02B, SMSFs must value all assets, including unlisted shares, at market value as at the end of each financial year for