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  •   21 October 2024
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Heffron: Trustee Quarterly Webinar

Specifically for trustees, we give you everything you need to keep you up-to-date on all things SMSF.

Date: 19 November 2024
Location: Online
Price: Free
Web: https://www.heffron.com.au/events-1/trustee-webinar-november-2024

Details:

Whether you're working with an adviser or managing your own fund we can provide you with the latest information to keep you informed and educated on all things SMSF.  Each Trustee Quarterly Webinar will tackle a topic relevant to SMSF trustees.

We help you to:

  • understand the requirements of a trustee;
  • meet your responsibilities; and
  • get the most out of your SMSF.

Presented by our technical expert, Annie Dawson.

 

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