Tax Deductions and Record Keeping for Truck Drivers

Download PDF      This blog is intended to help truck drivers keep the records they need during the year to maximise their tax refund.      Obviously keeping receipts for everything is the way to go but paper receipts do present problems with fading and storage.  This can be avoided by using the ATO app and …

Property Investing Basics

Download PDF       This article is dedicated to the client who sold his rental property just before he retired rather than just after.  A very frugal man who does not waste money on tax advice.  For the sake of a bit over a year he paid more than $30,000 extra in tax.   At times here …

How to make your own super contributions

Last Updated: 12th May 2023 Download PDF If you want to make a superannuation contribution and claim it in your 2023 tax return you best get a wriggle on. The contribution has to be safely in the superannuation fund by the 30th June. This post addresses the practicalities of making the contribution and dealing with …

What Name Should I Buy my Property In?

Download PDF        This is a common question from investors and even sometimes purchasers of their own home.  There is no one size fits all.  Considering the cost of changing the ownership it is well worth seeking professional advice before you sign the contract.  Just to repeat, before you sign the contract with the real …