Smart tax and super planning before EOFY
Tax time is just around the corner, so now is the time to make sure you’re prepared for 30 June. Each year, the ATO highlights its areas of focus. Taking…
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Payday Super Regulations: further details for SMSFs
If you have an SMSF, find out how the new Payday Super Regulations will impact SMSFs when Payday Super starts from 1 July 2026. With the Payday Super Regulations starting from 1 July…
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Common scams to watch out for at EOFY
As the end of the financial year approaches, it’s a busy time for preparing your taxes, reviewing super, and getting your finances in order. Unfortunately, it’s also a peak period…
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About Payday Super
Preparing for Payday Super is important for your business because it shifts superannuation payments from quarterly to matching your payroll frequency and requires payments to be made within 7 business days….
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Fixed or Variable? What to consider when rates rise
When you have a mortgage, choosing between a fixed or variable loan can feel like a big financial decision, especially during a period of rising interest rates. The headlines can…
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What the RBA wants Australians to do next to fight inflation – or risk more rate hikes
When the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) board voted unanimously to lift the cash rate to 3.85% in February, the decision was driven by one overriding concern. It wants to stop the rising cost…
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Ways to prevent family trust disputes
Most families don’t expect disputes to arise within their trust, especially when its purpose is to protect wealth and support loved ones. But misunderstandings about control, rights or responsibilities can…
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Tax Alert March 2026
ATO tightens compliance and expands employer support The ATO has released several new resources, including a checklist to help employers get ready for what it calls a “once-in-a-generation change” along…
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Prepare for an SMSF shake-up in 2026
Self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) trustees always have a lot on their to-do lists but the first few months of 2026 are likely to be busier than usual. Topping the list…
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What is loan serviceability and why is it important?
If you’re thinking about buying a home in Australia right now, one of the first things a lender will look at is your loan serviceability. For most new loan applicants,…
