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Each time the Reserve Bank of Australia cuts interest rates, customers wait to see whether their own bank will pass on the savings to them via a cheaper home lo…
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While Tuesday’s rate cut following on from last month’s cut will be welcomed by those with variable rate mortgages, it is different story for those living off t…
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Why is it that we love to procrastinate? In the tax world, in particular, delays occur all too often. The fallout can be a delayed tax return or, worse still, a…
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Australia is poised to be the food bowl for Asia in the upcoming century and we are in a great position to capitalise on the opportunity this presents. As an in…
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Initially inspired by the lifestyle provided by another investor’s portfolio, Wai Oo’s foray into property has now built him a career helping others strategise …
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If you're looking to upgrade the family home, one option is to take out bridging finance. A bridging loan will provide the funds for you to purchase a new Princ…
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Owning property in Australia comes with its own set of responsibilities. Here are a few of the fundamental issues landlords need to be aware of.
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Looking to diversify? Are you asset rich but cashflow poor? Adding a commercial property to your portfolio might be your best next move.
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The move by the RBA to take official interest rates to 1 per cent, and the ongoing commentary out of Martin Place, is evidence enough of the bank's wilting pati…
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The Reserve Bank has cut the official cash rate for the second month in a row to a fresh record low of 1 per cent as it desperately tries to pump some juice int…
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Property prices in Sydney and Melbourne are up for the first time since 2017, analysts attributing the trend to lower mortgage rates and improved sentiment.
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Thousands of dollars are being spent on houses before they hit the market as homeowners chase the best possible price.
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- Global financial markets, issues & influence on our daily lives;
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Join Steve Douglas, Executive Chair and Julie Kelley, Sales & Marketing Manager as they answer your burning questions during the 'Australian Residency and Tax Changes & Implications To Expats' webinar.
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Hidden away in the back of the Australian Budget and unmentioned in the Treasurers speech, was a simple statement confirming that:
“The Government will replace the individual tax residency rules with a new framework that is easy to understand, provides certainty and reduces compl…
We trust this seminar gives you a clearer understanding of the Australian Budget Announcements including:
• How Covid19 has impacted the Australian Government’s federal finances
• Measures the Government intends to undertake to reinvigorate the Australian economy
• Latest taxatio…
Australian property prices look to be on a rocketing path, with first home buyers, low-interest rates and FOMO (fear of missing out) fueling the demand for the start of 2021.
However, with stimulus packages coming to an end, and international borders remaining closed, can this ex…
For anyone considering Australia as a future place of residence planning your taxation affairs is a critical element of the migration process.
The Australian taxation system is extremely complex and taxes residents worldwide income.
Thankfully, legal and sensible tax …
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