The ATO has made a call to professional accountants to help identify and manage illegal early access to superannuation by members of
self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs).
In general, access to your super is only possible if:
Early access to superannuation is only possible in very limited circumstances such as terminal illness, permanent incapacity, and severe
financial hardship and there are very strict protocols to follow before any amounts are paid out.
One of the benefits of an SMSF is the control that it provides to members. The flip side of full control is the temptation to dip into the
super account and approve transfers without proper controls.
There are two common ways illegal early access occurs:
Illegal access to the SMSF’s account or assets is not difficult to identify and generally will be picked up by your auditor. Where illegal
access has occurred, not only is it likely that your retirement savings have been lost or impaired, but you are likely to face additional
tax, penalties and interest, and be disqualified as a trustee. In addition, your name will be published online.
One of the signs that there is a problem is when SMSF annual returns are not lodged on time or at all so ensure you are up to date with your
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