Budget time is review time: why professional advice matters

14 May

The Federal Budget is more than a political announcement. For many Australians, it is an important reminder to stop, review and ask a simple question: are my financial, lifestyle and tax strategies still working in my favour?   Budget changes can...[Read More]

Making the most of dalary sacrifice: A smarter way to build your super

23 April

When it comes to building long-term wealth for retirement, one strategy that often gets mentioned—but not always fully understood—is salary sacrificing into superannuation.  While it may sound complex, the concept is relatively straightforward...[Read More]

Sticky situation as super changes stretch small firms

25 March

Rising costs and cash flow pressures could force thousands of small business owners to dip into personal savings to comply with new superannuation rules. Changes slated for July 1 require employers to pay employees superannuation at the same time as...[Read More]

Super tax changes a ‘down payment’ for greater reform

11 March

Wealthy superannuants will pay more tax on balances over $3 million after the Greens rolled over on demands to beef up the contentious new laws. The government is expected to get the long-promised tax changes passed through parliament by the end of...[Read More]

Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) checklist – key considerations and requirements

4 February

A Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) offers individuals more control over their retirement savings, but it comes with significant responsibilities.  This checklist outlines key considerations and requirements to help ensure compliance and effective...[Read More]

The gift of trust: How talking about us strengthens our business and community

4 December

Referrals mean more to us than words can easily express. When a happy client shares their experience and recommends us to a friend, colleague, or family member, it is one of the greatest compliments we can receive.  We never take that trust for...[Read More]

A generational guide to minimising tax throughout life

13 November

Tax isn’t just a yearly chore — it’s a lifelong consideration. From your first job to retirement, understanding how to manage your tax obligations can make a significant difference to your financial well-being.  Each stage of life presents...[Read More]

Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) checklist

13 November

A Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) offers individuals more control over their retirement savings, but it comes with significant responsibilities.  This checklist outlines key considerations and requirements to help ensure compliance and effective...[Read More]

Treasurer defends $4b hit from super tax backdown

15 October

A $4 billion budget hole created by an overhaul of the government’s contentious super tax policy will be filled using other measures, the treasurer says. Labor is defending major changes to its planned superannuation tax hike, which will see the...[Read More]

We all want to pay less tax — but what does “Tax Minimisation” really mean?

9 October

It’s no secret: when tax time rolls around, most of us look for ways to reduce how much we owe. But there’s a big difference between smart tax planning and simply trying to avoid tax.  The key term to know is tax minimisation — the legal and...[Read More]

3 Helpful tips to grow your superannuation

21 August

Retirement is a period most people eagerly anticipate. It’s that wonderful stage of life when you can finally unwind and spend your time as you please. You can even spend retirement focusing on the businesses you’ve been planning and have put...[Read More]

Big bank’s tax vision bucks business lobby, coalition

17 July

Superannuation concession limits and a wealth tax could unlock national economic productivity, Australia’s largest bank says, but others call them a “war on aspiration”. Many have been some surprised and some incensed by the Commonwealth...[Read More]

Older Aussies back increased superannuation tax

10 July

Most older Australians support increasing taxes on high superannuation balances. The federal government is controversially hoping to lift taxes on super balances above $3 million from 15 per cent to 30 per cent in a move predicted to impact about...[Read More]

Nest eggs on the boil as super guarantee cracks open

3 July

Workers will receive a boost to retirement contributions as a long-awaited lift to the superannuation guarantee kicks in, but further increases are unlikely any time soon. The rate of super employers are required to pay employees increased from 11.5...[Read More]

Don’t wait until it’s too late for tax planning.

16 June

When it comes to effective tax planning, timing is everything. Yet every year, many individuals and business owners leave their tax strategy conversations until it’s too late, often just weeks before 30 June, limiting the opportunities available...[Read More]