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
Understanding the New ATO Guidance on Holiday Homes and Tax Deductions The ATO has withdrawn its 40-year-old ruling on holiday homes and replaced it with new draft Taxation Rulings and Practical Compliance Guidelines. These changes tighten the rules on claiming deductions for owning holiday homes, focusing on whether the property
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,
If you’re like many property investors in 2025, you might be wondering: How can I create reliable income and growth without overextending myself? You’re not alone — we hear this from clients every week. One proven answer is the granny flat strategy. Adding a granny flat isn’t just about creating
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
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
Gold Coast – Example of the Housing Rental Competing Forces Many Apartments are sitting empty most of the year, including an entire beachfront tower. Gold Coast mayor Tom Tate cited an entire high-rise sitting empty in the triple tower Jewel development at Surfers Paradise as an example of the level
If you’re looking to invest in property in 2022, it’s important to understand rental yield to ensure you get a good return on your investment. Rental yield is the annual income generated from rent as a percentage of the property’s value. A higher rental yield indicates better cash flow, which
