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Indexation of the General Transfer Balance Cap from 1 July 2025

The General Transfer Balance Cap is set to increase from $1.9 million to $2.0 million on 1 July 2025.  

This article examines the implications of the increased Transfer Balance Cap (TBC) for those who have already commenced a retirement phase income stream, as well as those planning to commence one for the first time. 

Commuting a TAP under legacy pension amnesty rules

On 7 December 2024, new regulations came into effect which allow members receiving non-commutable legacy income streams, including complying Term Allocated Pensions (TAPs), to fully commute and exit their income stream within a five-year amnesty period.

 

 

Small business owners' retirement plans can impact tax and super

When a small business owner plans to use the 15-year exemption, it is important to ensure it is in connection with retirement.  

If not planned properly, the disposer may need to pay additional capital gains tax and miss a significant opportunity to maximise superannuation contributions. 

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