Tax
The top 5 tax mistakes small business owners make
20 August
Tax is an unavoidable part of running a small business, but it is also one of the areas that can create the most confusion.For many business owners, tax sits somewhere between administration, compliance and financial planning. It is often pushed...[Read More]
Tax: The good, the bad and the ugly for small business owners
13 August
Tax is one of those unavoidable parts of running a business. When things are going well, paying tax can actually be a sign that your business is profitable. But without planning, tax can also create cash-flow pressure, unexpected bills and, in the...[Read More]
Seven things I would tell my younger self about superannuation and investing
6 August
At 60, retirement no longer feels like a distant event. It is close enough to imagine the lifestyle I want, the experiences I hope to enjoy and the financial decisions that will shape the years ahead. Looking back to when I first started work,...[Read More]
Tax planning for business owners: Five questions to ask your accountant
6 August
Tax planning is not simply about finding deductions at the end of the financial year. Effective planning helps business owners understand their position, prepare for upcoming obligations and make informed decisions about cash flow, investment and...[Read More]
Treasurer moves to fix ‘widow’s tax’ after backlash
5 August
The government is moving to fix its so-called “widow’s tax” following criticism its tax reforms denied Australians who inherited an investment property from their partner access to negative gearing concessions. The fix is part of a raft of the...[Read More]
Understanding the taxation of shares: Why your accountant matters
30 July
Investing in shares can be an effective way to build long-term wealth, but it also brings tax obligations that every investor should understand. Whether you own a handful of shares or a diversified investment portfolio, keeping accurate records...[Read More]
Quarter 3 tax tips for small business
23 July
The third quarter of the calendar year—July to September—is an important period for Australian small businesses. The rush of 30 June may be over, but the new financial year brings fresh reporting obligations, payroll changes and an opportunity...[Read More]
Young investors bet the house on dialling up their risk
22 July
Lofty stock valuations and the biggest investment tax shake-up in decades don’t appear to be impacting the risk appetite of young Australians, according to investing platforms. This cohort is increasingly turning to investing to save for their...[Read More]
The top 10 things small business owners often forget when getting started
16 July
Starting a small business is exciting. You may have a great idea, industry experience and the motivation to build something of your own. However, enthusiasm alone does not create a sustainable business. Many new business owners focus heavily on...[Read More]
How first-time homebuyers can save $8,500 in taxes
15 July
First-time homebuyers are missing out on thousands of dollars by not using a little-known scheme that helps save them money for the deposit. The First Home Super Saver Scheme lets them take advantage of their superannuation account’s favourable...[Read More]
Tax push renders budget surplus forecasts ‘unrealistic’
15 July
More tax cuts for workers would keep the budget in deficit beyond the next decade, the agency that assesses the nation’s finances warns. The outlook for the federal budget has improved over the past year, despite economic headwinds from the Middle...[Read More]
The new financial year has begun: What are your numbers really telling you?
9 July
Once tax time has passed, many small business owners breathe a sigh of relief and move on. But the start of a new financial year is actually one of the best times to pause, review your numbers, and ask: what did last year really show us? Your...[Read More]
Family affair: investor tax changes spawn new tactics
8 July
A 1950s red brick walk-up in southwest Brisbane is a window into how the federal budget is reshaping the property market. Marketed as “the ultimate set-up for multi-generational living”, the three-unit apartment block in Oxley has bucked the...[Read More]
Tax time tips for small business success
8 July
Assistant Commissioner, Angela Allen, shares practical tips to help your small business stay on track this tax time. Tax time can come around quickly when you’re busy running a growing business, but a little preparation now can make a big...[Read More]
Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and ‘myGov’ impersonation scams
8 July
With tax time 2026 fast approaching, Scamwatch and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) are reminding Australians to be aware of communications claiming to be from the ATO or ‘myGov’. Scammers make phone calls, send fake emails, texts, or...[Read More]