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What does President Trump mean for investors?

After a highly contested campaign, Donald Trump won a resounding majority in the electoral colleges to be elected the 47th President of the United States - but where does this leave investors?

ATO targets the sharing economy

Due to the significant growth in the sharing economy, the government has taken steps to minimise the potential under-reporting of income by participants.

ATO NFP Self-Review Return – Recent updates

Non-charitable not-for-profit organisations that self-assess as income tax exempt are now required to lodge an annual self-review return with the ATO.

The Cost of Aged Care (and how planning can help)

If the thought of aged care fills you with worry, you’re not alone. There are so many uncertainties that come with planning for different types of aged care, including how much it all costs.

Perplexed about HECS?

HECS debts are common among young Australians, but certain circumstances exist, you may be in for a nasty surprice.

Do your kids really want to take over your business?

Generational succession sounds simple enough, but it’s important that it is managed as closely and diligently to avoid any disputes.

Payday Super proposal

Treasury has released a consultation paper in October 2023 which will require employers to pay employee super earlier and more frequently. This will be called ‘payday super’.

Year End Tax Tips

As we near the end of another financial year, here are some quick tax tips to help you finish 2024 well.

Is my donation tax deductible?

Donations are a great way for some to give back to the community, especially with all the appeals towards the end of the financial year. Receiving a tax benefit is a bonus, but not all gifts and donations lead to a tax deduction.

Aged care challenges in the home

The government-subsidised Home Care Packages program makes aging at home affordable, but at what package level are you eligible for?

What does the Federal Budget mean for me?

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has high hopes that his 2024 Federal Budget will rein in inflation earlier than expected, ease cost-of-living pressures and build a stronger economy in the future.

Contractor or employee?

Just because an agreement states that a worker is an independent contractor, this does not mean that they are a contractor for tax and superannuation purposes, new guidance from the ATO warns.