Blog Archive

Strategic Financial Advice

‘More subdued’: What property prices will do in 2026

What will happen to property prices in 2026? Explore forecasts, interest rate risks, affordability pressures and which markets may outperform.

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How to invest in shares

Learn how to invest in shares in Australia, including direct shares, ETFs, managed funds, risk management and tax considerations.

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Can your super be a lifeline during times of mortgage stress?

Accessing super for mortgage stress may be possible under compassionate grounds or severe financial hardship. Learn the rules, limits and tax impacts.

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Property and SMSFs: Using your super to invest in property

Thinking about using super to invest in property? Learn how SMSF property investment works, including LRBA borrowing rules, compliance risks and suitability considerations.

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Handling market highs and lows

Handling market volatility requires diversification, discipline and long-term thinking. Learn how to stay calm during market highs and lows.

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Protect yourself from ransomware

Ransomware protection for small business starts with secure devices, regular backups, access controls and staff awareness. Learn how to reduce risk and limit damage.

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What’s in store for 2026 and beyond?

A practical guide to confirmed and proposed 2026 super and tax changes, including personal tax cuts, catch-up super rules, aged care reforms and Payday Super.

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Economic update February 2026

Our economic update February 2026 reviews Australian and global equity markets, fixed income movements, commodity prices and key economic data shaping investor sentiment.

Property

Holiday Homes Under the Microscope: What the ATO’s New Guidance Means for You

The ATO has released draft guidance that tightens holiday home tax deductions. Property owners must review how rental income and expenses are claimed before 1 July 2026.

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Aged Care Planning for Families: What’s Changed and How to Prepare with Confidence

A compassionate guide to aged care planning for families explaining what has changed how assessments work and how to prepare without stress.

Small Business

Electric Car Discounts Under Review: What It Means for Your Business

Australia’s electric car tax discount is under review. While no immediate changes are proposed, businesses and employees should understand the current concessions, risks and timing considerations.

Property

Downsizer Contributions and the Main Residence Exemption

Downsizer contributions allow eligible homeowners to contribute up to $300,000 to super after selling their home. Understanding how the main residence exemption applies is critical to getting it right.

Why you landed here

Phillip Anthony Partners joins Paris Financial East Melbourne

We are pleased to share that the team at Phillip Anthony Partners have merged with Paris Financial. Our team at Paris Financial can provide you with a large range of quality financial services with over 65 people located across two convenient locations in Blackburn and East Melbourne.

Paris Financial shares the same philosophy as Phillip Anthony Partners of providing a value focused and high quality service for each of our clients. We look forward to assisting with your accounting needs.