Self Managed Super Funds - May 17th Can I transfer my UK pension to Australia? Have money in a UK pension fund and want to transfer it to your Aussie super fund or SMSF? We cover options and steps to follow.
Self Managed Super Funds - May 17th What is a superannuation proceeds trust and how does it work? If you want your superannuation benefit held in a trust rather than being paid directly to a specific person or people, one option may be to set up a superannuation proceeds trust in your will.
Superannuation - May 17th What is a tax file number (TFN)? Do you know what your tax file number (TFN) is, whether you need one and how to apply? Canstar explains.
Home Loans - April 27th Investing super in property using an SMSF: how does it work? Investing in property is a long-term strategy, and it is possible to use your super from an SMSF to do so. Here we explain how.
Superannuation - April 12th What happens if you don’t claim the tax-free threshold? The tax-free threshold is an amount of money you can earn each financial year without needing to pay tax. Here's an overview of how it works.
Tax Resources - March 30th Temporary full expensing: pros and cons for businesses Are you a business owner considering temporary full expensing? A tax expert explains pros and cons, and the extension of TFE and TLCB measures in Australia.
Budgeting & Saving Money - February 14th How to claim RATs as a tax deduction Did you know the costs of RATs and PCR tests may be tax-deductible, along with some other COVID-19 expenses? Expert Mark Chapman explains.
Home Loans - December 8th The cost of stamp duty in the NT We explain how stamp duty is calculated in the Northern Territory and what possible tax exemptions or concessions may be available.
Superannuation - November 12th How to get low income super contributions If you’re on a low income you can get access to extra government contributions to your super, if you meet the conditions.
Superannuation - November 3rd What is a super recontribution strategy? A super recontribution strategy could help reduce the amount of tax payable on any money from your super fund.
Superannuation - July 29th What are the superannuation caps? What are the limits on superannuation contributions and what happens if I exceed them? Canstar reports.
Superannuation - July 28th What are concessional contributions? Superannuation is designed to be a tax-effective way to save for retirement, but did you know there are limits on how much you can contribute both before and after tax? Understanding the difference between concessional and...
Finance News - July 22nd What is Lifetime Health Cover loading? Canstar’s overview of Lifetime Health Cover (LHC) loading and how to avoid it. Could you save money on your health insurance?
Superannuation - June 28th Super Guarantee increase: Will it mean a pay cut for you? The Super Guarantee increase will mean a pay cut for some Aussies. We look at who may be affected and how much it may cost them.
Budgeting & Saving Money - June 14th Getting paid in cryptocurrency: How is it taxed? Is it a smart idea to get paid in a cryptocurrency, and what are some income and tax considerations with crypto investing?
Health Insurance - June 11th A guide to the private health insurance rebate The private health insurance rebate is means tested against your age and income threshold. If you're eligible, how much of a rebate could you get?
Home Loans - May 28th Property investment tax deductions, depreciation & stamp duty Are you a property investor but not sure how taxes work? A registered tax agent explains investment property tax deductions, depreciation & stamp duty.
Superannuation - March 30th Preservation age: When can I access my super? Find out what age you can access your super at, or put another way, what your preservation age is. Plus, learn about what your options are once you reach it.
Home Loans - March 18th Everything property owners need to know at tax time: Opinion piece As a first time property investor, it can be difficult to know what steps to take, especially around tax time. Find out what may be involved for you as explained by expert John Pidgeon.
Investor Hub - October 19th Tradie goldmines: Using business cash flow to build a passive income Many businesses are sitting on a goldmine. What steps can they take to leverage business for personal wealth? A report earlier this year by Service Seeking, a website dedicated to tradies, found that 9% of tradespeople...