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Partners Scott Hay-Bartlem and Clinton Jackson break down the critical tax distinctions between superannuation benefits paid during a member's lifetime versus death benefits distributed after passing. They explore timing considerations, beneficiary designation rules, and strategic estate planning approaches to optimize tax outcomes and ensure effective management of superannuation death benefits.
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In this episode of SMSFs with CGW, partners Scott Hay-Bartlem and Clinton Jackson explain the tax differences between superannuation member benefits paid before death and death benefits paid after. They cover timing, beneficiary rules, and key estate planning tips to help minimise tax and manage superannuation death benefits effectively.
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