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What Is Zoning in Property? A Simple Definition
Imagine buying your dream home, only to discover that the nearby land is slated for a noisy industrial development. Or, picture this: you’re planning to open a small business, but the local zoning laws prohibit commercial activities in your area. These scenarios highlight the importance of understanding zoning laws in property. In this blog, we’ll…
What Is Interest in Property? Understanding Ownership
Imagine pouring your savings into your dream home, only to discover you don’t have the right to make the changes you want. Or worse, facing an unexpected legal battle over something as minor as a shared fence. Understanding property interests is your first line of defence against these nightmares. When it comes to property in…
Don’t Get Caught Out: Your Guide To Tax When Selling Investment Property
As a property investor in Australia, you’ve worked hard to build your property portfolio, and now it’s time to cash in! But before you sell, make sure you’re not leaving yourself open to a hefty investment property tax bill. Understanding tax when selling an investment property and the implications can be a minefield. With the…
What Can I Claim on Tax: A Comprehensive Guide for Small Businesses
We all know the old saying, “You’ve got to spend money to make money”. Small business owners know it particularly well! You invest a large amount of financial capital into your business to generate profit, like purchasing equipment, hiring employees, and marketing your products or services. These expenses and more can be claimed as tax…
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STP Reporting for Closely Held Payees: Your 2025 Guide
If you run a family business, trust, or small company where wages often stay within the inner circle, you’re likely familiar with the phrase “STP exemption for closely held payees”. The ATO used to offer a full Single Touch Payroll exemption for these payees, but now you’re required to report their wages and payments through…
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Your Essential Guide to Register for Single Touch Payroll
Let’s face it: payroll has never been anyone’s favourite part of running a business! But Single Touch Payroll (STP) is not just another admin task—it’s the law. If your business (or the business you manage payroll or bookkeeping for) has employees—whether one or one hundred—you must report certain payroll information directly to the ATO every…
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How Much Tax Do You Pay on an Investment Property in Australia?
An investment property can help build serious wealth, but if you don’t manage the tax side properly, you could end up handing over more cash to the ATO than you need to. If you’re confused about how much tax you’ll pay on your investment property, you’re not alone. From rental income to capital gains tax,…