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For decades, trust structures have been a cornerstone of the Australian tax and financial system, prized for their asset protection and flexibility when it comes to income distributions. However, with regulatory changes and mounting administrative complexity the shine has been wearing off lately, prompting some businesses and investors to rethink their use.
Read MoreThey’re advising from your insta and TikTok feeds, they’ve got huge followings, they speak with conviction - financial influencers or ‘finfluencers’. Please heed our caution, taking advice from unqualified sources can have serious consequences. We’re seeing examples of misleading claims, exaggerated deductions and outright misinformation.
Read MoreIf you're carrying an Australian Taxation Office (ATO) debt there is a good chance that it will cost you even more from 1 July 2025 onwards. This is because from 1 July 2025 two types of interest charges imposed by the ATO are no longer deductible.
Read MoreDivision 296 super tax is a controversial Federal Government proposal to impose an extra 15% tax on some superannuation earnings for individuals if their total superannuation balance (TSB) is over $3 million as at 30 June of the relevant income year.
Read MoreThe US economy experienced a notable slowdown in the first quarter of 2025. The latest GDP data showed the economy contracted at an annual rate of -0.3%.
Read MoreIf you are involved with running a Not for Profit (NFP) organisation it is important to be aware of key obligations and requirements.
Read MoreWith the 2025 tax season fast approaching the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is reminding taxpayers to be careful when claiming work related expenses. This is in reaction to a spate of claims that didn’t quite pass the ‘pub test’.
Read MoreAs the Labor party settle back into their seats having secured a majority in the House of Representatives, we look at the campaign promises and the unfinished business from the last term.
Read MoreThere was a sigh of relief all round when the Reserve Bank lowered interest rates in May by 25 basis points to 3.85%. Markets largely recovered from April's losses during the month as US President Trump’s stance on trade softened. However, the legal and economic uncertainty of US tariffs remain a key concern for global and local markets.
Read MoreRetirement might be just around the corner, or maybe you’ve recently crossed that exciting threshold. You’ve worked hard for decades, and now ready to trade in the alarm clock for leisurely mornings and to-do lists that are actually fun. But as you move into the next phase of your life; a thought might cross your mind: What now?
Read MoreAs the federal government moves to introduce a new 15 per cent tax on superannuation earnings above $3 million (known as Division 296 tax), concerns and debates have emerged about the broader implications for investment strategies, retirement planning, and even the property market.
Read MoreThe end of the financial year is an opportunity to optimise your financial strategy, take advantage of tax deductions, and set yourself up for the new financial year.
Read MoreThe ATO has updated its small business benchmarks with the latest data taken from the 2022–23 financial year.
Read MoreAs the urban sprawl continues in most major Australian cities, we are often asked to advise on the tax treatment of subdivision projects.
Read MoreIt has been a long time coming, but the Government finally passed legislation increasing the instant asset write-off threshold for the year ending 30 June 2025 to $20,000.
Read MoreWith the end of the financial year fast approaching we outline some opportunities to maximise your deductions and give you the low down on areas at risk of increased ATO scrutiny.
Read MoreThe month of April was marked by economic uncertainty and global trade tensions that drove market declines and volatility. These events are anticipated to influence the RBA’s cash rate decisions, as will the recent decline in core inflation to within the target range.
Read MoreBonds are not usually the flashy upstarts of the investment world with their every move reported, like stocks.
Read MoreScammers operate in an ever-evolving space and the scams of today are far more sophisticated than they have ever been, targeting even the most financially literate individuals.
Read MoreIf retirement is just around the corner, the current financial climate may make you feel a little uneasy. Watching the markets fluctuate might leave you worrying about whether your superannuation will be enough to see you through.
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