by Ed Chan | Dec 17, 2025 | All, News and Updates, Property
If you have a holiday home, the ATO is now paying much more attention to the deductions owners are claiming. They’re taking a stricter approach, so even if you rent the property out from time to time, you might find that some of the deductions you’ve been used to...
by Ed Chan | Sep 26, 2025 | All, Business
A carpenter cannot do his job without knowing how to use the tools of his trade like a hammer or a saw A small business owner cannot do his job without knowing how to use the tools of running a business, like understanding the Financial Statements of his business....
by Ed Chan | Sep 8, 2025 | All, Tax and Accounting
Finding balance between enjoying life and managing your finances wisely can often feel like a juggling act. You want to live in the moment, experience the things you love, and create lasting memories—but at the same time, you don’t want to overspend or compromise your...
by Ed Chan | Sep 3, 2025 | Business, Property, Tax and Accounting, Uncategorized
After more than 40 years of advising families, I’ve seen many parents make the mistake of gifting money to their children. It may feel generous to give them a deposit for their first home or provide a loan to help with a purchase, but this can easily backfire. With...
by Ed Chan | Aug 28, 2025 | All, Business, Property
It’s easy to get distracted by daily price changes. Over time, though, share prices tend to follow the strength of the business behind them. Share Prices Reflect Business Fundamentals When you invest in shares, it’s easy to get distracted by daily price...