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The ATO’s Attack on Trusts and Trust Distributions

Late last month, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) released a package of new guidance material that directly targets how trusts distribute income. Many family groups will pay higher taxes (now and potentially retrospectively) as a result of the..

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Sharemarket volatility is here to stay in 2022

Volatility in markets is being driven by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, rising inflation and the prospect of a sharp slowdown in global growth. Although only 3% of global GDP, Russia has now largely been shut out of the global economy. Most Western..

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Experienced investors preparing for a wild 2022

January was a tough month for financial markets, with concerns that rising inflation would lead to rising interest rates (and potentially lower equity prices). In January, equity markets started to take notice of this risk. The ASX 200 Index fell..

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PCR and RAT tests to be tax deductible, FBT free

The Treasurer has announced that PCR and rapid antigen tests (RAT) will be tax deductible for individuals and exempt from fringe benefits tax (FBT) for employers if purchased for work purposes.

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Year of the Tiger: Roaring or Bellowing?

The 2022 Luna New Year, Year of the Tiger, is courage and bravery. It is a year to drive out evil and one of momentum and change. The message; walk boldly with courage. And it seems the Reserve Bank Governor is aligned with this sentiment.

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McDonald's convicted for ATO compliance failure

McDonald’s Australia has been convicted and fined for failing to provide documents to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).

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Engineering, Medical, Legal. New ATO guidance for Professional Firms

The ATO has finalised its guidance on the Allocation of Professional Firm Profits (or commonly known as income splitting) that will apply from 1 July 2022.

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Unlocking financial secrets for different phases of life

One of the keys to financial success is to adopt the right strategy at the right time. As you move through the stages of life, here are some tried and tested ‘secrets’ that will help you build and protect your wealth.

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The top Christmas tax questions

Every year, we are asked about the tax impact of various Christmas or holiday related gestures. Here are our top tips.

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If Santa was an Australian tax resident

A lighter look at the complexity of Australian taxation laws and the year that has been.

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