by Ed Chan | Jul 17, 2026 | All, News and Updates
In this article, we explain what has changed under the latest property tax reforms; which investors and ownership structures may be affected; key dates that may influence future planning decisions; practical steps property owners should consider before the new rules...
by Ed Chan | Jul 2, 2026 | All, Property
We’re constantly told that housing is now more unaffordable than ever. The most common statistic used is the house price-to-income ratio, which has increased from around 4 times in the 1980s to approximately 8 times today. But that comparison overlooks one very...
by Ed Chan | Jun 12, 2026 | All, News and Updates
Tax The High Court of Australia has dismissed the Commissioner of Taxation’s appeal in Commissioner of Taxation v Bendel, ruling against the ATO on several key issues including the treatment of unpaid present entitlements (UPEs) and the definition of a “loan.” ...
by Ed Chan | May 28, 2026 | All, Trusts
The claim that Family Trusts remain a vehicle for tax avoidance in Australia is simply out of date. Successive governments have already closed many of the loopholes, and today there is often no meaningful tax advantage to using a Family Trust structure. In fact, in...
by Ed Chan | Apr 29, 2026 | All, Property
You should always get advice before investing, especially before buying a property—not after. Once purchased, it becomes very expensive to make changes. If a property is properly structured, it can mean the difference between paying a significant amount of tax and...
