Tax
Building Wealth Through Property Investment and the Role of Professional Advice
28 March
The allure of property investment as a vehicle for wealth building and lifestyle enhancement cannot be overstated. With the right strategies and insights, individuals can unlock significant financial benefits, paving the way to financial...[Read More]
Voters open-minded on investor tax break reform
20 March
Three in five Australian voters favour scaling back negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount, new polling suggests. One in five want investment property tax breaks to stay the same, according to the polling by independent consultancy...[Read More]
Calls for four-year forecast in GST carve-up
20 March
Four-year forecasts for state and territory shares of GST are being sought as the pushback against the annual carve-up of the tax continues. A longer forecast window from the Commonwealth Grants Commission would help secure budget bottom lines and...[Read More]
Businesses to save as government scraps tariffs
13 March
Toothbrushes, sanitary products, washing machines and freezers may become cheaper in a move retailers say will reduce the costs of doing business. Almost 500 nuisance tariffs will be scrapped in the new financial year, saving companies more than $30...[Read More]
Getting your business on the right track
6 March
Deputy Commissioner Small Business, Will Day, provides advice on how to get the basics right. If you’re looking to start a new business, we want to help you get on the right track, right from the start. And if you are running an...[Read More]
The top 5 advantages of home ownership
28 December
Your decision to purchase a new house is a significant life event, and the thought of becoming a homeowner might be a little intimidating. However, homeownership brings with it several advantages, including the freedom to design your home as you...[Read More]
Cars will need to be twice as green to avoid luxury tax
13 December
Motorists will have to choose cars that use half as much fuel to avoid a vehicle tax in future after changes in a federal budget update. The Luxury Car Tax reforms, announced in the government’s mid-year budget on Wednesday, will mean only...[Read More]
Taxpayers cop fines after using unregistered tax agent
13 December
An unregistered tax accountant exposed her clients to fines and unexpected tax bills after unlawfully lodging hundreds of returns filled with dodgy deductions. Perth-based Jessa Van Stroe, who is also known as Jessa Layola, was not registered with...[Read More]
Tried-and-Tested Tax Planning Strategies for Small Businesses
7 December
Every dollar counts in business, especially for small enterprises. Therefore, you need to find ways to minimise your tax liability in addition to optimising income or profit. With a small business tax planning strategy, you can increase profits...[Read More]
Taxpayers to stop funding global fossil fuel projects
6 December
Australian taxpayer dollars will no longer fund international fossil fuel projects, after the government signed on to a global shift towards renewable energy. The government signed on to the Glasgow Statement at the United Nations climate change...[Read More]