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 Cindy Su | May 21, 2026 | All, Business, News and Updates, Property
The 2026 Federal Budget marks a significant shift in Australia’s property tax landscape, particularly for residential property investors. With reforms targeting both negative gearing and capital gains tax (CGT), the government is reshaping the incentives that have...
by Cindy Su | Apr 9, 2026 | All, News and Updates
If you’ve ever picked up a call from someone claiming to be from the ATO and felt that knot of anxiety in your stomach, you’re not alone. ATO impersonation scams have been doing the rounds for years, and they’ve gotten more convincing over time....
by David Naylor | Feb 24, 2026 | All, News and Updates, Property
If you’ve been following the news lately, you’ve probably noticed capital gains tax (CGT) creeping back into the headlines again. With Treasurer Jim Chalmers openly acknowledging that tax reform is on the table, and housing affordability once again front and centre,...
by Ed Chan | Feb 5, 2026 | All, News and Updates
What is the difference between the rich and the poor, apart from the obvious, their wealth? At its core, the difference comes down to how they think. For years, I’ve believed that rich people think differently from poor people. This idea is powerfully explained in...
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...
