Federal Budget 2026 Property Tax Guide The Federal Budget 2026 property tax changes have raised big questions for Australian property investors. What happens to negative gearing? How will the Capital Gains Tax change? Are family trusts still useful? What about bucket companies, SMSFs and company ownership? It can feel confusing.
When buying an investment property, the numbers absolutely matter. Rental yield matters. Cash flow matters. Borrowing capacity matters. Tax outcomes matter. Holding costs matter. Future growth prospects matter. If the numbers do not stack up, the deal should not proceed. But property buying is not just a numbers game. It is
How the Gift & Buy-Back Strategy Can (Sometimes) Fix a Costly Tax Problem Upgrading your home is exciting. Keeping your original home as a rental often feels like a smart long‑term move. But for many couples, doing both at the same time quietly creates a structural tax problem — not
Navigating a Deceased Estate: Avoiding Property Capital Gains Tax Mistakes Losing a loved one is difficult. This practical guide explains deceased estate tax rules in plain English—helping families avoid costly CGT mistakes and unnecessary stress. Managing a deceased estate can feel overwhelming. You’re dealing with grief, legal paperwork, and tax
Moving NZ to Australia With a NZ Rental Property Including Temporary Residency, PR Pathways & CGT Planning Prepared for: John & Mary Prepared by: Garry Wolnarek – Tax Agent Purpose: Provide a clear, client-friendly explanation of how Australian tax applies to your NZ rental property depending on your visa status,
In our October Newsletter 2025, we identify the red flags of superannuation scams and navigate the complex rules for claiming electric vehicle (EV) car expenses. We also break down the powerful small business CGT retirement exemption, explain the often-overlooked disadvantages of family trusts, and clarify the tax on redundancy payments.
⚠️ Important Timing Considerations – Especially Around Financial Year-End Scenario Overview ???????? BUYER (Grantee of Option) ✅ CGT Acquisition Date ???? Cost Base for the Buyer ????️ The 50% CGT discount will only apply if the asset is sold on or after 10 August 2025. ???????? SELLER (Grantor of Option)
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Main Points Considered A New Zealand Citizen living in Australia, do they qualify for the First Home Owners Grant (FHOG) Also, can they qualify for the First Home Owners Stamp Duty Concessions What if they rent out the spare bedroom to help pay
What is Land Tax? Land tax is a state and territory-imposed tax on the unimproved value of taxable land owned by individuals, companies, and trusts. It is calculated annually based on a threshold value determined by each state or territory. The tax applies to investment properties, commercial land, and vacant
What are the tax and investment considerations for a Granny Flat above versus a Tiny Home below? Income Tax Return Reporting – Income Streaming Tiny Homes Tiny home ownership does not have to follow the ownership interest of the underlying property ownership. For example, the principal main property may be
From December 2023 the Victorian Government has passed planning changes to make it easier to build Granny Flats – or “small secondary dwellings”, on existing homes. The Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan revealed that planning permits will no longer be required to build small secondary homes on their properties. “Too often,
The ATO is particularly targeting property investors that are not using the help of a specialist property tax accountant like Umbrella Property Accountant, due to the high error rate being discovered from ATO Audits. The ATO Audits into self-preparers have uncovered nine out of ten tax returns reviewed were filed
