Tax reform long overdue
After years of protests over inequity of the current provisional tax regime, the Government is finally proposing long overdue reforms.
Retirement planning: How much is enough?
We are often asked about wider personal financial planning issues as our clients start to think about the transition into retirement.
’Tis the season to be jolly, but beware the tax folly
Most people would assume Christmas lunch or dinner with staff and clients are work-related expenses and therefore tax-deductible.
Tighter property investment rules on the horizon
Under the new rules, property investors who buy residential property from 1 October 2015 and sell it within two years will pay tax on the capital gain.
Charity auctions and tax rebates
Are you donating something to be auctioned? Or buying something at a charity auction? Thinking about claiming the year-end donations tax rebate?
The small stuff – can you write it off?
Many small items used in business like mobile phones, laptops or other tools only cost between $500 and $2,000. Can you write them off?