Is DIY Super right for me?

Before you establish a new DIY Superannuation also called Self-managed super fund(SMSF), you absolutely need to make sure that you understand what you’re taking on. It is important that you need to be aware of the roles and responsibilities of being a DIY Super trustee, and you need to be sure that you are suited to running a SMSF.

You should carefully consider your financial objectives to ensure that a DIY option will help you achieve your goals. Having enough super in your current superfund should also be considered to ensure that DIY is a cost effective option for you. A common figure from ASIC is $200,000, however lower amounts can be considered if combining balances.

Key considerations for DIY Superannuation trustees?

Investment Strategy

  • Trustees must have a written investment strategy  for their fund and consider the following;
  • Circumstances of the fund
  • Establish the investment objectives
  • Consider risk associated with the investments
  • Establish asset allocation
  • Consider the funds liquidity requirements to pay benefits
  • The trustees are required to invest in accordance with their strategy and review this on a regular basis.

Administrative obligations & SMSF (DIY Super)reporting requirements

  • Trustees must sign a trustee declaration
  • Keep records for 10 years
  • Keep funds investments separate from personal investments
  • Prepare and keep accurate accounting and administrative records
  • Lodge the fund income tax and regulatory return to ATO
  • Appoint an auditor – fund must be audited by an approved auditor.

At SuperHelp, we assist trustees with majority of fund administrative obligations and reporting requirements to ensure all legislative requirements are met.

For all of your enquiries, please contact SuperHelp on 1300 736 453.

Book Your Free SMSF Consultation

Book your free consultation with me to find out if SMSF is right for you. If you have any other questions, we are happy to help!

 

Sandra - SMSF Advisor

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Why is SMSF Set up so affordable at SuperHelp?

SuperHelp has been servicing the SMSF market for over 15 years. We pride ourselves on being able to provide an affordable SMSF service without compromising on quality. One of these services is to provide new members with setting up their SMSF at an affordable fee when they use our award winning service.

Do I need to use a specific bank, broker or provider?

Unlike other SMSF administrators and accountants we do not restrict you to what bank, broker or service provider you use. We are independent and do not take any commissions from other parties so that our clients can invest their super where they please.

How long has SuperHelp been around for?

SuperHelp have been around since 2002 - so over 15 years! While new SMSF administrators have come and gone, we are still around!

Do you offer any other SMSF services?

Yes we do! You can see a full list of SMSF services on our services page.

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Contact Us

SuperHelp is located in Macquarie Park, NSW however we work with clients all around Australia.

info@superhelp.com.au

1300 736 453

PO Box 1906 Macquarie Centre NSW 2113

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