Some proposed changes to Superannuation have finally made it to parliament. Lou runs through a few of them that provide some great planning opportunities for those nearing retirement.
Update
Since the video was posted, the legislation has passed through parliament.
The changes provide significant strategic advice opportunities from 1 July 2022, particularly in relation to older clients and super contribution strategies. The changes include:
- extending eligibility to make Non Concessional Contributions under the bring-forward rule to individuals aged under 75 at the beginning of the financial year
- extending eligibility to make downsizer contributions to those age 60 or over , and
- removal of the work-test requirement for non-concessional contributions (NCCs) and salary sacrifice contributions, for individuals aged between 67 and 75
- removal of the minimum income threshold of $450 per month for super guarantee support
- an increase to the maximum amount of voluntary contributions made to super that can be released under the First Home Super Saver Scheme (FHSSS).
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