Treasury has released draft legislation for consultation to
enact the Government’s plan to increase the tax rate on earnings on superannuation balances above $3m from 15% to 30% from 1 July 2025.
This is the final step before the legislation is introduced into Parliament.
From a planning perspective, for those with superannuation balances close to or above $3m, it will be important to explore the implications of your personal situation – there is no one size fits all strategy and what is best for you will depend on how a potentially wide array of factors impact on your individual scenario.
Please contact us if you would like to discuss saving tax with super contributions.
When buying a house at auction, one should consider factors such as conducting thorough research on the property's condition, setting a budget limit, assessing potential renovation costs, and understanding the terms
Mortgage stress occurs when a household struggles with financial obligations and meeting their mortgage repayments.
The Government has announced that it will enshrine a right to superannuation payments in the National Employment Standards (NES).
Reduce interest on the non-deductible debt by using company cash to offset their personal mortgage, then transferring the cashback by 30 June.
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has launched a full-on assault on rental property owners who incorrectly report income and expenses.
From 1 July 2023, access to the Government’s Home Guarantee Scheme will be expanded to joint applications from friends, siblings, and other family members.
In a pre-Budget announcement, the Government has committed to a Small Business Energy Incentive Scheme that offers a bonus tax deduction of up to $20,000.
The 2023-24 Federal Budget offers a $4.2bn surplus; the first in 15 years. The surplus was driven by a surge in the corporate and individual tax take.
Effective at 30th of June 2023, our sample PCG 2021/4 report uses Dr. Nicole Smart as our example.
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When looking to purchase a new car, there are many different ways to use finance to help you secure your vehicle.
With the ups and downs of the property market, investors and homebuyers often wonder when the right time to buy really is.
Despite international travel starting to pick up again, demand for caravans is still high.
New research has found that it has been the smaller cities of Hobart, Adelaide and Canberra that have been the strongest-performing property markets over the past two decades.
Buy now, pay later services that allow consumers to make purchases and have grown in popularity. However, for homebuyers, there might be risks that they are not aware of.
Rising interest rates and the surging cost of living are putting more Australians under mortgage stress, according to a new report.
Regional areas and high-end Sydney suburbs dominate the list of suburbs bouncing back the fastest, according to CoreLogic.
Establishing a medical or dental practice is a big undertaking. The most effective ways to purchase medical equipment is with the help of asset finance.
Demand for office space is slowly starting to recover, with a new report showing Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth rents are moving higher.
Over the past 12 months, the value of residential approvals has declined 3.15% while the value of non-residential developments continues to grow, up 3.61%.
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For the contribution to be counted towards the employee’s 2023 contribution cap, it must be received by the fund by 30 June 2024.
After higher interest rates weighed on values during the second half of 2022, prices have now rebounded 0.43% since the start of the year.
A recent survey found that 75 percent of borrowers could find themselves unable to refinance because of life decisions that they were preparing to make.
Refinancing your motorcycle loan is not always something people think about. But there are several advantages that borrowers can capitalise on.
Lenders typically require a significant amount of documentation and proof of income for self-employed borrowers, and their lack of a steady income can make it difficult.
Buying properties off-the-plan has become a popular way for home buyers and investors to purchase property.
There is currently a significant shortage of quality life science facilities in Australia and only a small number of investors are seeking exposure in this emerging asset class.
According to CBRE, Australian hotel sales reached $2.14 billion in 2022, the second-highest transaction volume on record.
Renewing your invoice finance contract is an important decision that can significantly impact your business's cash flow.
The ATO guidance (PCG 2021/4) totally changes the way that professional firm profits can be allocated (or split) among a family group from 1 July 2022 onwards.
In the lead-up to 30 June 2023, we want you to be aware of opportunities to save tax with super contributions.
In the lead-up to 30 June 2023, you can avoid paying an extra tax of up to 47% of Trust profits by completing your Trust Distribution Resolutions before 30 June.
When an accountant talks about Tax Planning what do they actually mean? As part of our tax advisory service we always offer strategic tax advisory, but it's important to note there are a lot of things that accountants cannot implement after June 30.
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The Government has announced that the concessional tax rate on earnings from superannuation will increase from 15% to 30% for those with total super balances (TSB) of $3m or more from 1 July 2025.
The ATO is more than a little concerned that people with holiday homes are claiming more deductions than they should.
The amount of money that can potentially hold in a tax-free retirement account, will increase by $200,000 on 1 July 2023.
A consultation paper released by Treasury has sparked a national debate about the role, purpose and access to superannuation.
The Government has announced that from 2025‑26, the 15% concessional tax rate applied to future earnings for superannuation.
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has updated its approach to how you claim expenses for working from home.
Tax planning is more than just a financial necessity—it's a strategic advantage for businesses of all sizes. By proactively managing your tax strategy, you can significantly reduce your liabilities, enhance cash flow, and ensure full compliance with ever-evolving tax regulations.
