SMSF Australia Blog Articles

You don't legally need a special purpose company as your SMSF's corporate trustee, but it's industry standard. Learn the benefits and ASIC fees involved.

Yes, a single person can have an SMSF but individual trustees aren't allowed. Learn the corporate trustee rules for single-member funds.

Technically yes, but it's not recommended. Learn the risks of using an existing company as SMSF trustee versus setting up a special purpose company.

Learn what an SMSF trust deed covers, the key rules it sets, when to update it after law changes, and what to do if the original is lost.

Yes, you can usually add your spouse to an existing SMSF. Learn the member, director, ATO, ASIC and investment strategy steps involved.

A full breakdown of the documents in an online SMSF setup: Deed, trustee consents, ATO declarations, ESA, investment strategy and more.

Can friends set up an SMSF together? Learn the rules, benefits, risks, trustee responsibilities, costs and practical issues before pooling super with friends.

From 1 July 2026, AML rules require identity verification of all SMSF members. Learn why VOI and PEP checks are required and how to complete them in minutes.

Step-by-step guide to opening a Macquarie CMA for your SMSF online, including trust details, corporate trustee ACN, and how to set up your Class Super data feed

Every director of an SMSF corporate trustee must have a Director ID. Find out how to apply, who needs one, and the penalties for non-compliance in Australia.