How you could save tax by selling your investments after June 30
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How you could save tax by selling your investments after June 30

Investors could save on capital gains tax by selling after June 30,when the stage three tax cuts are slated to start.

  • byJohn Collett

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Reality stands in the way of Dutton’s naive nuclear quest

Economically,practically and politically,nuclear just does not stack up for Australia with its clear blue skies and plentiful winds.

Why fixing negative gearing would be a positive for our kids

Why fixing negative gearing would be a positive for our kids

Real estate agents and home building companies always claim getting rid of the tax lurk would do great damage to renters and buyers alike. Don’t believe it.

  • byRoss Gittins
MPs’ ‘stunning’ property portfolios fuel crossbench calls for negative gearing changes

MPs’ ‘stunning’ property portfolios fuel crossbench calls for negative gearing changes

About two-thirds of federal parliamentarians own two or more properties,an analysis of the declared interests shows.

  • byLisa Visentin,Rachel Clun andOlivia Ireland
‘Everything on the table’:Calls for tax overhaul to go beyond stage 3 cuts
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Tax reform

‘Everything on the table’:Calls for tax overhaul to go beyond stage 3 cuts

As the Coalition argues the government cannot be trusted on income tax changes,independent MPS and a former Labor luminary are encouraging an examination of the entire tax system.

  • byPaul Sakkal andRachel Clun
Can I get the pension if I transfer my super to my wife?
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Pension

Can I get the pension if I transfer my super to my wife?

Evening out your spouse’s and your super balances can increase your pension eligibility,but there are other consequences to keep in mind.

  • byNoel Whittaker
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Will renovating my house reduce my age pension?

Will renovating my house reduce my age pension?

If you’ve earmarked some money for a home renovation,it is likely to be assessed when calculating your pension.

  • byNoel Whittaker
If you think our tax system is fair,you’re probably older than me
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Income tax

If you think our tax system is fair,you’re probably older than me

Not only do they miss out on many tax concessions,young people are also getting slammed by “bracket creep” and soaring HECS debt.

  • byMillie Muroi
Getting the timing right to exit your small business

Getting the timing right to exit your small business

While each small business owner’s situation will differ,all will need to factor in how time will play a role.

  • byGrace Bacon
How do I avoid paying tax on my non-super assets?

How do I avoid paying tax on my non-super assets?

Many retirees should consider moving all their money out of superannuation as they get into their later years.

  • byNoel Whittaker
I just sold my investment property,how do I axe my tax?

I just sold my investment property,how do I axe my tax?

The fact that you have capital gains tax to pay means you’ve made a profitable investment. However,I understand wanting to reduce this liability further.

  • byPaul Benson