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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.

Investing mistakes to avoid

Investing successfully and improving your investment portfolio can be as much about minimising mistakes as trying to pick the ‘next big thing’. It’s all about taking a calm and considered approach and not blindly following trends or hot tips.

Giving back through structured giving

Australia is a giving country, and as opportunities for increasing our financial giving abound over the next 20 years, structured giving provides a vehicle to do so.

Being informed is the key to avoiding scams

While we all like to think we are clever enough to outwit a scam, it’s important to recognise that even the savviest of us can fall victim.

Changes to Associations Incorporation Reform Regulations

The Associations Incorporation Reform Regulations 2023 came into effect in November 2023 and brought with it some changes to some reporting requirements.