by Cindy Su | Sep 4, 2026 | All, Business
Starting out as a sole trader is often the simplest option for a tradie. Whether you’re an electrician, plumber, specialised builder, contractor, HVAC technician or refrigeration technician, operating as a sole trader can be a straightforward way to get your...
by Cindy Su | Aug 24, 2026 | All, Business
Starting a medical or allied health practice is an exciting step. Whether you are a GP opening your first clinic, a dentist establishing a dental practice or an allied health professional going into private practice, there are plenty of decisions to make. One of the...
by Cindy Su | Aug 11, 2026 | All, Business
Tutoring businesses play an important role in helping Australian students strengthen their understanding, improve their study skills and prepare for tests and exams. As your tutoring business grows, you may need to consider whether you are required to register for...
by Cindy Su | Jul 28, 2026 | All, Business
Growing your business is exciting. More customers. Higher revenue. New opportunities. These are all signs that your business is moving in the right direction. But growth is not always as simple as increasing your sales. As your business grows, so do the demands on...
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The claim that Family Trusts remain a vehicle for tax avoidance in Australia is simply out of date.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 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 | May 5, 2026 | All, Business
Your business has had a strong year, then the ATO notice arrives and it is for far more than you expected. This happens to thousands of Australian small business owners every year. In most cases, it comes down to a handful of very common and very avoidable gaps in tax...
