News, views and more

More than a blog, this page is where we release our latest market insights, case studies and other timely content. Check back often.

Can my SMSF invest in property development?

Australians love property and the lure of a 15% preferential tax rate on income during the accumulation phase, and potentially no tax during retirement, is a strong incentive for many SMSF trustees to dream of large returns from property..

Read more

Case Study: Overcoming ‘analysis paralysis’ with financial forecasting

Sometimes the first step in being able to plan for the future is to be able to make a big decision about something in life. However, what happens if there is a stumbling block keeping you awake at night that you just can’t seem to move past?

Read more

The ‘Airbnb’ Tax

Property investors who choose to utilise their property for short-term stays (or leave it vacant) are firmly in the sights of the regulators.

Read more

Thinking of subdividing? The tax implications and pitfalls of small-scale subdivisions

You’ve got a block of land that’s perfect for a subdivision. The details have all been worked out with Council, the builders, and the bank. But, one important aspect has been left out: the tax implications.

Many small-scale developers often assume..

Read more

Top 6 Property Investment Taxation Questions Answered

1.  Can I claim deductions on my holiday house?

Read more

Is your approach to investment right for the times?

The Future Fund and a swathe of leading global investors are now lining up to advocate a new approach to investing suited to the prevailing and prospective conditions.

Read more

How high will interest rates go?

Low interest rates have been a mainstay since the global financial crisis of 2008. When the pandemic hit, Governments pushed stimulus measures through the economy and central banks reduced interest rates even further.

Read more

States move on property based taxes

The Queensland and NSW State Governments have begun to move on property-based taxes to make the system fairer for investors and first-home buyers.

Queensland backs down on Australia-wide land tax assessment

Read more

What changed on 1 July?

A reminder of what changed on 1 July 2022

Several changes to superannuation and taxation came into effect on 1 July. There are implications that every business and individual needs to be aware of. Here's a neat checklist to keep you informed.

Read more

Tax and the family home

Everyone knows you don't pay tax on your family home when you sell it…right? We take a closer look at the main residence exemption that excludes your home from capital gains tax and the triggers that reduce or exclude that exemption.

Read more
1 2