SMSF Australia Blog Articles

How to complete a voluntary disclosure form

Proactively disclosing an SMSF breach to the ATO via a voluntary disclosure form can reduce penalties. Learn how to complete the form, what to include

Bryce Terry

October 8, 2025

Read time: 4 mins

What is the SMSF 6 month rule?

The SIS Act allows a 6-month grace period to restructure SMSF trustee arrangements when circumstances change

Cassandra Vatovec

October 6, 2025

Read time: 5 mins

Can I use Swyftx as the platform for my SMSF to invest in Crypto?

Yes, your SMSF can invest in cryptocurrency via Swyftx. Learn how to set up an SMSF account on Swyftx, which banks support crypto, and what auditors require

Christopher Overton

October 4, 2025

Read time: 5 mins

What happens if I don’t pay my minimum pension?

If your SMSF minimum pension isn't paid in full, the pension fails and the fund loses its tax exemption. Learn the rules and ATO discretion.

Christopher Overton

October 2, 2025

Read time: 9 mins

How do I invest my SMSF in Crypto using Coinstash?

Coinstash is an AUSTRAC-registered Australian crypto exchange that SMSFs can use to trade over 1,000 cryptocurrencies. Learn the step-by-step process

Cassandra Vatovec

September 30, 2025

Read time: 6 mins

How are accounting firms caught in the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Rules

Since Dec 2024, accounting firms providing SMSF services are now captured under Australia's expanded AML/CTF tranche 2 reforms.

Emily Cooper

September 29, 2025

Read time: 10 mins

How do I invest my SMSF in Cryptocurrency using CoinSpot?

CoinSpot is an AUSTRAC-registered exchange with over 530 cryptocurrencies, usable by SMSFs. Learn the account setup process, requirements, and compliance

Luke Edwards

September 27, 2025

Read time: 4 mins

What is an SMSF pension commencement?

An SMSF pension can commence once a member meets a condition of release, such as turning 65 or retiring at 60. Learn the types of SMSF pensions and rules.

Joan Sayas

September 26, 2025

Read time: 5 mins

What is an SMSF pension commutation?

A pension commutation converts all or part of an SMSF pension into a lump sum or rolls it back to accumulation. Learn when you can commute and implications.

Luke Edwards

September 23, 2025

Read time: 5 mins

Can I invest my SMSF in Crypto using Independent Reserve?

Yes, your SMSF can invest in crypto through Independent Reserve, an AUSTRAC-registered Australian exchange founded in 2013.

Emily Cooper

September 21, 2025

Read time: 4 mins

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