Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSF)

One team for the whole SMSF journey, from deciding whether a Self Managed Super Fund suits you, through setup, administration, compliance and audit, to tax returns, financials and SMSF property strategy.

★★★★★4.7 from 247 Google reviews
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The service

What this service involves

Scope, fit and limits set out plainly, so you know what to expect before we start.

What this includes

  • SMSF suitability review and setup
  • Member, trustee and registration setup
  • SMSF administration, reporting and financials
  • SMSF tax returns and ATO lodgements
  • Internal SMSF audit and sole purpose test guidance
  • SMSF property compliance and strategy support

Who this is suitable for

  • People considering an SMSF and weighing suitability
  • High-net-worth individuals with $1M+ in super or investable assets
  • Existing trustees needing administration, compliance and audit
  • Trustees considering property investment through their fund

What this does not cover

  • An SMSF is tightly regulated and not suitable for everyone.
  • Trustees remain legally responsible for fund decisions and compliance.
  • Investment, borrowing and legal structures may require licensed or legal advisers.

How the process works

  1. 1Discuss why you want an SMSF and whether it is suitable.
  2. 2Set up members, trustees, documentation and registrations.
  3. 3Run ongoing administration, reporting, financials and tax returns.
  4. 4Coordinate audit, compliance and property or estate planning obligations.

Google reviews

Recent five-star feedback.

4.7Based on 247 Google reviews

Victoria Madden

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★★★★★

I am not kidding when I say, Saul Markunsky, Tate, Jane and all the team are the very best in the business. For someone trying to run a small business as a freelance screenwriter and producer, my income and employment status are erratic to say the least, and it takes experts to navigate me through, and that's what I have here. They are friendly, patient and I couldn't recommend them high enough.

Sally Riley

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★★★★★

Highly recommend Kim Arenson at In The Picture. She patiently persevered with my endless questions while explaining income averaging to a novice freelancer. Quick, efficient and no fuss! Couldn't be happier.

Tallulah Thompson

Google review ·

★★★★★

Kim and the team at ITP have been so helpful as my tax accountants over the past few years. They are responsive and explain things plainly. I am never made to feel bad or rushed when asking questions. I would highly recomend them to those in the creative industry.

Shaela Gosper

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★★★★★

Kristy was great at dealing with my tax return - highly recommend and will continue to use for all future returns!

Tin Pang

Google review ·

★★★★★

Really happy with the support and service of the team at In The Picture. They are attentive, informative and accomodating with all my tax affairs!

EMMA LUNG

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★★★★★

Best in the biz !! Kim and Saul have been such an enormous help after many problems with our last accountants. We’re so grateful.

SMSF compliance and the sole purpose test

The ATO imposes significant penalties for non-compliance, so administration, reporting and the sole purpose test are central. Trustees must ensure fund decisions are made for retirement purposes as required by law.

Concessional and non-concessional contributions

Contribution caps, timing and the type of contribution all affect how much you can add to an SMSF in a year. We can help trustees plan contributions without treating this as personal financial product advice.

FAQ

Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSF) FAQs.

The questions clients ask us most about self-managed super funds (smsf).

Yes. The services content mentions a highly experienced internal SMSF audit team offering professional services and competitive rates.

Yes. The team can facilitate SMSF setup, administration and ongoing advice, subject to suitability and regulatory requirements.

The right balance depends on costs, goals and complexity. High-net-worth individuals are typically the best-suited SMSF audience, and setup should be checked against current member and registration rules.

An SMSF may be able to buy property if strict rules are met. Suitability, funding, related-party rules, borrowing and ongoing compliance all need careful review before acting.

Every SMSF is different, so we do not publish a set fee. What drives it is your structure, your investments, whether your bookkeeping is up to date, and whether you want compliance only or ongoing advice as well. What we can promise is that you will have a fixed quote before any work begins, with no hourly surprises and no bill you did not see coming. Book a free 15-minute consultation and we will give you a clear price for your situation.

We handle the annual financial statements, SMSF annual return, member and investment reporting, and compliance with the contribution, pension and transfer balance rules. We also arrange the independent audit your fund needs each year, and we can advise on the fund structure and tax position. Investment advice is licensed work we do not do, but we will introduce you to a trusted partner if you need it.

Concessional contributions are generally made before tax (such as employer or salary-sacrifice amounts), while non-concessional contributions are made from after-tax money. Each has its own annual cap.

It is a direction about who should receive your super benefits after death, subject to the fund rules and legal requirements. It can provide certainty compared with a non-binding nomination.

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