It is an uncertain and worrying time, especially with investors looking to fund their lifestyles in retirement. MICHAEL LAURENCE reveals six…
It is an uncertain and worrying time, especially with investors looking to fund their lifestyles in retirement. MICHAEL LAURENCE reveals six…
The tax office does check claims, and data shows that more businesses are being caught out. TERRY HAYES scopes the likely targets. By Terry…
Astute investors who move cautiously and remain optimistic about the long-term future of the sharemarket can cash in on the investment oppor…
This year the tax office plans to undertake hundreds of reviews and audits of SMEs, and will check up on thousands more. Here is a guide to …
Does your business operate with active or inactive assets? It can be an important tax distinction, and could free your company from unnecess…
I’ve already talked about some year end tax planning issues, but it might be worth reminding SMEs of some of the tax deductions they may b…
The 2008-09 tax season is almost upon us and entrepreneurs can expect to get some extra scrutiny this year. MIKE PRESTON and JAMES THOMSON a…
Each August, the tax office publicly releases its targets for the year. It’s a valuable guide for taxpayers – forewarned is forearmed. B…
Business owners and investors that seek to minimise their tax bill on income from investments or foreign sources could be in for a grilling …
Opposition leader Brendan Nelson has made a big pitch for small business voters by proposing to slash capital gains tax paid on the sale of …
As the sharemarket falls, the temptation is to invest in the residential property market. Not a good idea – the outlook for the residentia…
Fashion retailer Just Group says it has “very serious concerns” about a takeover offer from investment company Premier Investments. Just has…
