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Strategic Financial Advice
Without an Enduring Power of Attorney in place, families can face significant legal and financial barriers when a loved one enters aged care and can no longer make decisions for themselves. Here is what every Australian family needs to understand.
Strategic Financial Advice
Balancing cash reserves and investments is one of the most important financial decisions investors face during uncertain markets.
Strategic Financial Advice
Market volatility can impact super balances significantly. Here are practical strategies to help investors respond more effectively.
Strategic Financial Advice
Persistent higher interest rates are changing financial planning decisions for households and investors across Australia.
Strategic Financial Advice
Upcoming payday super changes may help Australians grow retirement savings faster and improve super contribution consistency.
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Volatile markets can challenge investor confidence. Here are four practical strategies to help manage uncertainty and stay invested.
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Market volatility can feel uncomfortable, but downturns often create valuable long-term investment opportunities for disciplined investors.
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Australia’s latest interest rate increase will impact borrowers, investors and household budgets. Here’s what to consider moving forward.
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Australia’s economic outlook continues to evolve amid changing interest rates, inflation pressures and global market uncertainty. Here’s what investors should know.
Superannuation
The annual super contribution caps will increase from 1 July 2026, creating new opportunities for concessional and non-concessional contributions. Learn what the changes mean and how they may help reduce your tax.
PropertyTax
Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the 2026-27 Federal Budget on 12 May 2026. From income tax cuts and a new $1,000 work-related expense deduction, to significant changes for property investors and family trusts — here is what it means for you.
Tax
The ATO has launched a new Verify Call feature in its app, allowing Australians to instantly confirm whether a phone call is genuinely from the ATO.
Small Business
The ATO has updated the EV home charging rate from 4.20c to 5.47c per kilometre from 2026. Here’s what it means for employers and taxpayers.
Small Business
Australian businesses impacted by fuel disruptions may now access temporary ATO relief measures, including flexible payment plans and interest remission.
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Aged care can create cash flow pressure due to timing gaps between costs and available funds. Learn how to plan ahead and avoid financial stress.
Small BusinessTax
The SEPL case highlights how FBT applies to family business perks. Learn how trust structures, documentation and benefit classification affect tax risk.
Tax
The ATO is increasing scrutiny on FBT for work vehicles. Understand exemptions, record-keeping requirements, and how to avoid costly compliance mistakes.
Small Business
The Kilgour case reveals how market value is assessed for CGT and why real-world deal terms matter in business sale valuations.
Strategic Financial Advice
When one partner needs aged care, financial and emotional decisions become more complex. This guide explains what Australian couples need to consider.
SuperannuationTax
Division 296 tax will impact Australians with large super balances from 1 July 2026. This guide explains how it works, key thresholds and what to consider early.
Small BusinessTax
The Fringe Benefits Tax year ends on 31 March. Learn the key FBT risk areas for Australian employers including electric vehicle exemptions, contractor classification and vehicle benefit compliance.
Strategic Financial Advice
Aged care financial planning in Australia involves understanding fees, asset assessments and retirement strategies. Learn the common mistakes families make and how early planning can help manage aged care costs.
Strategic Financial Advice
Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have pushed global oil prices higher. Here is what it could mean for petrol costs, inflation and Australian households.
Property
The ATO’s draft determination TD 2026/D1 clarifies how CGT applies to inherited homes in Australia. Learn how the main residence exemption works and what estates must consider to avoid unintended tax exposure.
