2025 Superannuation Tax Changes – What You Need to Know

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2025 Superannuation Tax Changes – What You Need to Know

The Federal Government has announced significant changes to its previously stalled superannuation tax increase plan. After extensive feedback and industry concerns, the revised proposal is designed to better target high-balance superannuation accounts and ensure fairness across the system.What Has Changed?p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0″>No Tax on Unrealised Gains:Unlike earlier proposals, the government has removed tax on unrealised … Continued

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Is it worthwhile setting up a SMSF?

Whether setting up a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) is worthwhile depends on several factors, including your financial situation, investment goals, and ability to manage the fund effectively. Here are some key points to consider:Advantages of Setting Up an SMSFInvestment Control and Flexibility:SMSFs offer a wide range of investment options, including direct property, international shares, and … Continued

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Commercial versus residential property investing

Commercial properties, such as offices, retail outlets and warehouses, typically provide higher rental yields and longer lease terms. This can result in more stable income and less frequent tenant turnover.But, commercial investments often require higher capital outlays for the initial purchase and ongoing maintenance, due to their larger size and complex systems like air conditioning … Continued

Tax planning for profit maximisation strategies

Tax Planning Strategies for Maximising Your Profits

Tax planning is essential to ensuring that your business minimises its tax liabilities and maximises the benefits that can be accrued. It also helps your business remain compliant with relevant regulations and tax laws, while also reducing the stress involved with managing your tax obligations during tax season.This is why, every year, Judge Accountants provides … Continued

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Depreciation benefits in new vs established investment properties

Both new and established investment properties attract depreciation deductions for their owners, however, there are differences in what owners are eligible to claim. Here, BMT Tax Depreciation outlines the differences in depreciation eligibility between new and established investment properties. Depreciation overview Depreciation is the natural wear and tear of a property and the assets within … Continued

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The stronger the goals, the stronger your business

Last week we hosted a workshop, From Direction to Decision, that assisted business owners to really work on the goals that specifically matter to their business. Too often, small business owners become entrenched in the running of the every day and when it’s time to make those important decisions that influence the future of their … Continued