Top 5 tried-and-tested tax planning strategies for small businesses
19 June
Every dollar counts in business, especially for small enterprises. Therefore, you need to find ways to minimise your tax liability in addition to optimising income or profit. With a small business tax planning strategy, you can increase profits...[Read More]
Preparing your home for sale – things to consider
19 June
Preparing your home for sale in Australia requires a mix of strategic planning, maintenance, and marketing savvy. The process is a multi-faceted journey that encompasses both practical and aesthetic elements. Taking the time to optimally prepare...[Read More]
Helping kids with living expenses through early training
19 June
There’s a family event of sorts that gives parents mixed feelings of sadness, apprehension and relief — and children a lot of excitement: when a child leaves the proverbial nest. Now, this can happen early during your child’s teenage years or...[Read More]
Deceased estates: navigating a difficult time with legal support
19 June
Losing a family member or loved one is one of life’s most challenging experiences. Managing the legal and administrative responsibilities of a deceased estate can feel overwhelming amid the grief and loss. Ensuring that your loved one’s...[Read More]
International destinations retirees should have on their bucket list
19 June
If you’re an Australian or British retiree, retirement is the perfect time to travel the world and explore the places you’ve always wanted to see. Travelling may lead to much more than just a relaxing vacation, too. Seeing the world in your 50s,...[Read More]
“She’ll be all right, mate”: the case for plan B
19 June
Australians are known for their laid-back attitude, with the phrase “she’ll be all right, mate” embodying a culture of optimism and resilience. It’s a comforting sentiment that encourages us to take life as it comes, but what happens when...[Read More]
Treasurer throws down gauntlet for ‘crucial’ tax reform
19 June
The groundwork has been laid for Australia’s most substantive attempt at tax reform in more than two decades as the treasurer promises to “grasp the nettle” on the thorny issue. Outlining his government’s economic agenda for its second term...[Read More]
Australia slides down economic competitiveness rankings
19 June
Poor productivity and economic growth are dulling Australia’s competitive edge and sending it sliding down an international economic leaderboard. Australia fell five spots to 18th place in the latest World Competitiveness Yearbook report, released...[Read More]
Homebuyers stand to win as big bank ups rate-cut bet
19 June
Average mortgage holders could save almost $350 a month if the latest prediction by an influential economist at one of Australia’s big four banks comes to fruition. Luci Ellis, chief economist at Westpac and formerly the Reserve Bank, has added...[Read More]
Global doom and gloom sinks Aussie economic optimism
19 June
Tariffs and global conflict have knocked Australians’ optimism in the economy and trust in the US to 20-year lows, a long-running poll by an independent think tank shows. Since it began in 2005, the Lowy Institute Poll of Australians’ attitudes...[Read More]
ASIC puts super on notice over complaint ‘blind spots’
19 June
The corporate regulator has revealed the next steps in its push to fix systemic failings in the superannuation sector’s handling of death benefit payments. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission will examine how super trustees...[Read More]
How to make your phone work smarter using AI features
18 June
Artificial intelligence is becoming a must-have feature in modern smartphones but what the technology does differs from brand to brand. Apple announced several upcoming AI software features at its Worldwide Developers Conference in Cupertino this...[Read More]
App could change how Aussies with a disability dine out
18 June
Going out for dinner is often all about the food or the vibe. But for the one in five Australians with a disability, choosing a restaurant involves much more. A new web app, developed at the University of Melbourne, aims to change that. Freya...[Read More]
Hitting the brakes on EV, hybrid help could slow cuts
18 June
Australia risks stalling efforts to cut transport emissions if it does not reintroduce tax breaks and incentives for the purchase of electric and hybrid vehicles. The Australian Finance Industry Association issued the warning on Monday with its EV...[Read More]
End of Financial Year: a time for reflection and new opportunity
12 June
Why the EOFY Marks More Than Just a Date on the Calendar As June 30 rolls around each year in Australia, it brings with it a moment of pause — a clear marker that one financial chapter is closing and another is about to begin. While for some, it...[Read More]