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What’s Ahead for 2025?
The past few years have brought plenty of uncertainty, but 2025 offers the hope of greater stability - though there are no guarantees. Here’s a look at the key changes and challenges shaping the year ahead. A Federal Election is Looming Prepare for political...
What’s Ahead for 2025?
The past few years have brought plenty of uncertainty, but 2025 offers the hope of greater stability - though there are no guarantees. Here’s a look at the key changes and challenges shaping the year ahead. A Federal Election is Looming Prepare for political...
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Say Goodbye to Cheques: What You Need to Know About the Transition
In response to the changing landscape of payments, the government has announced a plan to phase out cheques. The key dates to remember are: cheques will no longer be issued after 30 June 2028 and won’t be accepted after 30 September 2029. The Government is also...
The Top 4 Christmas Tax Questions Answered
As the festive season approaches, many businesses are busy planning celebrations, gifts, and year-end gestures of appreciation. But with the holiday cheer comes the question of how these expenses impact your taxes. To help you navigate the season, we've answered the...
Rental Tips for Property Investors
Six Things To Do Before Renting Out Your Home Are you thinking about moving to a new house but want to hold onto your current property? Turning it into an investment for the short or long-term can be a good option while increasing your cash flow. But before you do,...
The Rise of Rooming Houses as a Smart Investment
Australia’s chronic housing shortage continues to shape the property market, with no immediate resolution in sight. This issue affects both major capital cities and regional areas, spurring various government initiatives to address affordability and increase supply....
Tax treatment of buying and selling ETFs
The ATO has released new guidance on the tax treatment of buying and selling exchange traded funds (ETFs). In broad terms, ETFs are managed (investment) funds that trade on the ASX or another registered exchange. Generally, when you invest in an ETF, you are...
Payday Super: What You Need to Know
'Payday super' is set to change how superannuation guarantee (SG) payments are managed. Here's a closer look at what's coming and what it means for employers. What is Payday Super? Starting 1 July 2026, employers must pay superannuation guarantee (SG) on the same day...
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