Many of you will have seen the term franking credit appear on your share dividend statements, but what does a franking credit actually mean and how you can benefit? What... read more →
One of the longest-term decisions many investors will make is whether to setup a self-managed super (SMSF) fund with individual trustees or a corporate trustee. It is a decision that... read more →
I can understand during difficult economic times that business owners search for ways to reduce their costs and outgoings, but when those decisions affect others detrimentally, that’s when I get... read more →
Have you ever visited a retail store with the intention of ‘window shopping’, only to be enticed into buying something you don’t really need through an interest-free purchase program? Whilst... read more →
It is incredible that terms created to assist in demographic research for advertisers would become mainstream words in today’s society. It all started with the post-war baby boom to create... read more →
Welcoming a new family member is exciting but with so many aspects of your life changing, when it comes to your finances some forward planning can make the transition so... read more →
Most of us take for granted that we have to get our car serviced regularly. It’s not something we look forward to, but we know we have to do it... read more →
Most of us would rather not think about the death of a loved one, although, like paying tax, it is inevitable. But what happens when you are a beneficiary in... read more →
For many people, the decade between ages 50 to 60 represents a time of significant change. Some changes may be welcome, while others may be more difficult to manage. Either... read more →
This tax season will see the ATO specifically targeting extreme or inappropriate deductions made by rental property owners. While it is not uncommon to make some mistakes when claiming rental... read more →