27
Jan
Changes to the "Backpacker Tax"
On 1 January 2017, tax rates changed for working holiday makers who are in Australia on a 417 or 462 visa.
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21
Oct
Changes to UK Capital Gains Tax for Non-Residents
On 6th April 2015, the UK introduced Capital Gains Tax for non-residents selling a UK residential property.
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07
Oct
Business structures & the CGT Small Business Concessions
Business owners may be able to access the small business CGT concessions which can significantly reduce the CGT payable on the sale of a business.
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26
Aug
Why every business should have internal controls
Internal controls are the processes, checks & balances that need to be put into place to reduce the likelihood of errors, duplication, omissions or fraud
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04
Aug
Rental Property - Capital Allowances and Depreciation
One of the biggest deductions you can claim on your rental property relates to capital allowances and tax depreciation.
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6
Jun
How is your superannuation dealt with upon your death?
Superannuation is not dealt with in accordance with the terms of your will and is not deemed to be an Estate asset nor a personal asset.
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27
May
ATO's new guidelines on related party loans to SMSF's
The ATO has recently released guidelines concerning related party loans. SMSF Trustees may need to take action to adjust borrowings in order to reflect the conditions set out in the new guidelines.
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9
May
Introduction of $500,000 Lifetime Cap for Non-Concessional Contributions
The Government has introduced a $500,000 lifetime cap on non-concessional contributions from 7:30pm (AEST) on 3 May 2016 (Budget Night)
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11
Apr
ATO announces real property data matching program
The ATO have announced that they are going to undertake a data matching exercise for real property transactions dating back to 20 September 1985.
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15
Mar
Tax trap of suspending your Private Health Insurance whilst travelling overseas
If you are travelling overseas, you can suspend your Private Health Insurance policy for up to two years. This may lead to additional tax costs which could offset the savings on your health cover premiums.
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