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Acumentis Welcomes Meera De Almaida-John as Chief Financial Officer. We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Meera De Almaida-John as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Acumentis, effective 7 July 2025.

Changes to SMSF’s with total balances exceeding $3M are imminent. Are your clients ready for an additional 15% tax? If legislated, starting 1 July 2025, a new Division 296 tax will apply to SMSF members whose total super balances (TSB) exceed $3 million at financial year-end.

Is the Aussie Dream Still Within Reach? Owning your own home has long been part of the Australian dream. For many, buying a first home remains a major life goal, but it’s becoming increasingly difficult to achieve. With rapidly rising median house prices and limited supply, stepping onto the property ladder for the first time is daunting.

The landscape of family law is shifting, and a notable trend is the rise of "grey divorces", separations involving couples typically aged 50 and over. While divorce at any stage of life is rarely simple, older Australians often bring with them decades of accumulated wealth, complex business interests, significant superannuation holdings, and inheritance considerations. These factors create unique challenges in property and business valuation and demand a more tailored approach to asset division.

After several years of volatility, Australia’s construction sector shows signs of stabilisation, but without lingering pressures. According to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), construction costs rose by 0.9% in the March quarter of 2025, bringing the annual increase to 3.7%. While this marks a moderation from the double-digit surges seen during the pandemic and post-lockdown recovery, the industry remains recalibrated.

The Motor Vehicle Dealers industry in Australia, includes dealerships that primarily sell new or used motor vehicles to consumers, companies, and government entities, while also offering after-sale services.

As the Federal Government moves closer to implementing the controversial Division 296 tax, SMSF trustees with balances over $3 million are firmly in the spotlight making it more important than ever for trustees to get serious about how property and other assets are valued, ensuring that what’s submitted is accurate, defensible, and up to date.