The “silly season” is here again and many of us are looking forward to a well earned break. But before the holidays begin, we must first get through the customary parties, dinners, and other social events.…
According to the ATO’s June 2015 quarterly SMSF statistical report, there are now over 557,000 SMSF in Australia holding assets worth over $590 million.…
I recently watched an interesting episode of ABC’s Four Corners which focused on the cost to the health system of carrying out unnecessary tests and procedures. It really got me thinking about the importance of identifying and eliminating waste.…
Corporate beneficiaries have long been used as part of effective tax planning and wealth protection strategies. However, when the ATO released Taxation Ruling TR 2010/3 back in June 2010, the landscape changed and many were left wondering if there was sufficient benefit to justify the continued use of a corporate beneficiary.…
Property investing generates a lot of paperwork and email correspondence. What should you keep, and what is safe to throw out? Keeping organised records is important for the smooth running of your investments and to make sure you are compliant with regulations.…
With 30 June 2015 just around the corner, businesses should be finalising their tax planning to ensure that they achieve the best possible outcomes.…
In today’s global economy it is increasingly common for people to travel for work related or business purposes.…
Starting a property portfolio as a young person is a challenge, but not an unbeatable one. If you’re a young person hoping to buy an investment property or if you’re helping someone plan their first step on the ladder, here are our hints.…
Good news if you are a small business with a turnover of less than $2m. …
Small business owners $20,000 asset write-off to stimulate investment and growth.…
Research shows 80% of investors don’t claim all of the deductions they are entitled to. Are you one of these?…
