Webcast: The super franking question

Those relying on dividend franking credits to supplement their income in retirement were jolted to attention after the Australian Labor Party announced it planned to overhaul current tax breaks.

The ALP’s plan to abolish cash refunds on excess dividend imputation credits, announced in March, has created great consternation among many seniors.

In this recorded webcast licensed financial advisers Bruce Brammall and Max Newnham join editor Tony Kaye to explain the proposed changes and potential strategies for self-managed super funds, and answer listener questions around franking credits.