How will the First Home Super Saver Scheme work for SMSFs? For those interested in purchasing their first home, the First Home Super Saver (‘FHSS’) Scheme may be an option worth exploring. There are four broad steps that need to be taken if a member… Read More >>
Archives for April 2018
Successfully Manage Your Team
How to successfully manage your team As a business owner, managing your team may be the most impactful and challenging task you face. Particularly as businesses grow, owners find it increasingly difficult to communicate with every client, approve every purchase and dictate every practice. In… Read More >>
The Fourth Industrial revolution
Telecoms Keeping pace with the Fourth Industrial revolution Look around and you can see how technology has changed the way we live our lives, even as recently as five years ago. The pace of change from here is expected to be exponential. Mobility and connectivity… Read More >>
Save tax before 30 June!
Grasp the opportunity to save tax BEFORE 30 June With the end of financial year (EOFY) approaching quickly, NOW is the time to discuss with us the actions you can take before 30 June to reduce your tax and grow your wealth. For 2018, key… Read More >>
WE’RE HIRING Tax Accountant Gatton
Tax Accountant Position Available Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Lockyer Valley our medium 2 partner practice has been focussed on strong client relationships for over 30 years. Our business prides itself on quality advice, outstanding client service and the development of our team…. Read More >>
SMSF investing in cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies are not money but are capital gains tax (CGT) assets If an SMSF transacts in cryptocurrencies, SMSF trustees and members need to be aware of the tax consequences. In each case these will depend on the nature of the SMSF’s circumstances. SMSFs… Read More >>
When can I retire?
Still confusion among Australians as to the current retirement age With some commentary linking this to the Age Pension age, others to the age at which you can access your superannuation. In Australia there is no official retirement age, so you can choose to retire… Read More >>
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