Articles

12 Feb 2009

Reviewing SMSF investment strategies

Whilst always important, reviewing the investment strategy of your SMSF in  these turbulent times, is even more critical so that the best possible investment choices can be made.…

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03 Nov 2008

Superannuation and business Real Property

In general, trustees of SMSFs are unable to acquire assets from related parties and may only maintain 'in-house assets' (i.e., assets involving dealings with related parties) when their…

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03 Mar 2008

Investing in volatile times

Recent volatility in the world investment markets can cause a lot of unnecessary anxiety for investors. At such a time, risks can be taken causing the loss of…

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18 Dec 2007

Money as a fringe benefit

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) recently released two new interpretative decisions relating to Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT). They concern the payment of money to an employee's associate (e.g.…

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02 Nov 2006

Making the most of your holiday house

With the weather warming up and the holiday season just around the corner, many Australians will soon be heading to their home-away-from-home. Holiday houses can be a wonderful…

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30 Aug 2006

Rental property repairs

What is a deductible repair? The ATO has released a document to assist owners of rental properties when claiming deductions for repairs. A repair is usually 'occasional' and…

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08 Jun 2006

Jointly owned negatively geared investments

A recent Australian Taxation Office ruling on salary packaging has created the opportunity for potential tax benefits. It affects couples who jointly own negatively geared investments, such as…

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