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Meet our SMSF team – Mieke
My name is Mieke and I am a junior self-managed super fund (SMSF) accountant in training here within Freedom Financial Superannuation Solutions, the sister company to Freedom FFS which manages SMSF setups. I spent several years with the set-up team, managing the process from beginning to end. Then in 2023 I moved across to the SMSF accounting team. As I
What is a Family Protection Trust?
Here’s a quick overview of the Protector strategy that can be pivotal in safeguarding your family’s wealth. The Protector utilizes a Gift-Loan Back Mechanism to transfer assets—such as cash, jewelry, and equity in family homes—into a Family Protection Trust (FPT) while retaining legal title. This approach not only shields assets from risks but also avoids stamp duty and capital gains tax, making it highly cost-effective. Key Benefits of The
Cass transitioning to retirement
After an amazing 30+ years non-stop career in public and private sector accounting and financial services+, FFS Founder Cass is transitioning to retirement. She plans to start unwinding with her Alpacas and embark on a travel adventure over the next few months. This means that Cass is no longer available for individual paid consults, but she will still be available
New Tax Division Manager
With over five years of experience in public practice, Kiran is a highly skilled tax professional with expertise spanning a broad range of services, including tax return preparation, financial statements, business activity statements (BAS), and instalment activity statements (IAS). Need an individual, trust or company tax return? Read more here, then email kirandeep@freedomffs.com.au or book in a consult here (select
Protect Your Legacy – how an SMSF Will safeguards family wealth for generations
Introduction: The Imperative of Family Wealth Protection Protecting family wealth isn’t just about passing on assets—it’s about safeguarding your family’s financial security and legacy against risks like litigation, tax complications, and mismanagement. A Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) is a vital tool in many Australians’ wealth strategies, but without the proper planning, even this robust structure can leave your family exposed.
Bare Trusts & Property Investment
Did you know that SMSFs can borrow money to invest in property? They can. We’ll set out the basics of how it works below. But first, the most important thing to remember in this process is to talk to your accountant and solicitor about what paperwork you need completed BEFORE you make an offer on a property. All legal paperwork can take