Buying an investment property can be an effective strategy for building wealth and securing your future. It can help improve cash flow, offers tax benefits and is seen as more stable than other investments. Many Australians don’t take the first step towards purchasing an investment property as they believe it’s unaffordable and completely out of […]
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Inside this month, we clear the confusion (as much as possible) on the 120% deduction for skills training and technology announced in the federal Budget. We also look at the ample number of changes coming into force from 1 July 2022. Finally, can you claim a deduction for your gym membership and what the AAT
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Key takeaways: If you contribute some of your after-tax income or savings into super, you may be eligible to claim a tax deduction Making a ‘salary sacrifice’ contribution could see you pay less tax than if you received the money as take-home pay If your spouse is not working or earns a low income, making
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The Government is in caretaker mode pending the Federal Election…but that doesn’t mean nothing is happening. The High Court decision in Carter & Ors was a win for the ATO in a case exploring whether beneficiaries can disclaim their entitlement to trust distributions. And, in the London case, a taxpayer has been allowed to claim
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Poor planning is one of the killers of small business. One big item that many small business operators fail to plan for is TAX, writes Sharon Williams, founder Taurus Marketing. Unfortunately, the better you do, the more you pay. The country has to run and we as small business owners contribute much to keep the
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Are you a Queensland business wanting to build a new website or promote your business online? The Queensland government just made it easier for you. QLD businesses can now apply for business grants up to $5,000 (Excl. GST) under the Business Basics Grants Program, and use it towards website design and development, as well as SEO
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The time has come: you’re ready to begin growing your wealth and now you have to decide whether you should invest in a concrete asset like property or embrace the flexibility of shares. Sound familiar? Don’t worry, we’re here to help. That’s exactly why we created this guide on the pros and cons of investing
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Picture this: you’re sitting around the table with your friends and family at your weekly Saturday barbeque when someone starts to talk about how well their investment portfolio is doing or how they’re this close to putting down the deposit on their first home. You start to worry about your own progress on your financial
Your Financial Advisor vs Your Loved Ones Whose Advice Is Better? Read More »
Breaking the rent cycle and saving enough to purchase a home of their very own is a financial goal on the agenda of many everyday Australians. But with housing prices steadily increasing across Australia’s major cities, achieving that dream can begin to feel impossible. But, it doesn’t have to. In fact, this 6-step guide is
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When it comes to the world of Centrelink payments, it can be hard to know what the best practice is for ensuring you’re still on track to achieving financial success while making sure you’re meeting all of your obligations. That’s why, to help you understand when and what you should be keeping Centrelink updated about
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