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30 Apr 2025

Small-Scale Subdivision And Property Development

So, you have decided to knock down your home and to build a couple of townhouses instead – and maybe live in one (but will just wait and see how things pan out). Likewise, you may have decided to … Read Full Story

30 Apr 2025

Binding Death Benefit Nominations Explained

When it comes to superannuation, many people assume that their retirement savings will go to their loved ones when they pass away. Sadly, this isn’t always the case. Unlike other assets that are covered by your will, your superannuation … Read Full Story

30 Apr 2025

Writing a will in a tax-effective manner

W hen a person writes a will they usually leave their assets to their children – and usually in equal shares. And when they first write their will their children may be young – and they may also be … Read Full Story

30 Apr 2025

Concessional Super Contributions vs Mortgage Paydown: What’s the smarter move?

Concessional Super Contributions vs Mortgage Paydown: What’s the smarter move? If you have some extra cash, you might be deciding whether to make a concessional contribution to your super fund or use it to pay down your mortgage, whether … Read Full Story

30 Apr 2025

Good CGT records can save you money

Good CGT records can save you money Congratulations! Your investment has done well, and you’re cashing in. You’re happy, and so too is the ATO. That substantial capital gain has brought wealth and a hefty tax bill. Sharing might … Read Full Story

01 Apr 2025

Concessional contributions: Can there be too much of a good thing?

A fantastic way to grow your retirement savings and shrink your tax bill is through concessional contributions (CCs) to super. But more is not always better and like Goldilocks and her porridge, it pays to get things just right. … Read Full Story

01 Apr 2025

Employees vs. Contractors: What sets them apart

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has recently revised its guidance on differentiating between employees and independent contractors. This change follows several court rulings that clarified the criteria for determining whether a worker is genuinely an employee or an independent … Read Full Story

01 Apr 2025

Three great reasons to start a Transition to Retirement Pension

Thinking about easing into retirement but still need a steady income? Want to trim your tax bill while growing your super? Or maybe you’d love to knock down some debt before you stop working? If you are 60 or … Read Full Story

01 Apr 2025

Selling property? Buyers must withhold and pay the ATO!

If you’re selling property in Australia and you’re a foreign resident, there are important tax rules you need to know. Recent changes mean that buyers must withhold 15% of the property’s market value and pay it to the ATO, … Read Full Story

01 Apr 2025

We may need to talk about your family trust

You may have read about a recent court decision affecting some family trusts. In a case called Bendel, published on 19 February 2025, the Full Federal Court unanimously held that the private company beneficiary of a discretionary trust has … Read Full Story