Update On How Holiday Homes Are Treated For Tax Purposes
by Luke Quinnell Owning a holiday home that’s rented part-time and used personally offers flexibility and potential taxation benefits. Rental income can offset ownership costs, and legitimate deductions—such as interest, rates, and maintenance—may apply for income-producing periods. However, the ATO closely scrutinises these arrangements because mixed use often leads to inflated or incorrectly apportioned claims. […]
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Understanding the 6-Year Rule for the Main Residence Exemption from Capital Gains Tax
by Nick Allen For Australian tax residents, any gain on the disposal of your main residence is protected from capital gains tax. Simply put, the profit you make on the sale of your home is generally tax free. It is important to note that you can only have one main residence at a time, and […]
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Update On The Proposed Changes To The Tax On Super Balances Over $3million
by Luke Quinnell There has been a significant announcement today (13th October 2025) from the government regarding the proposed superannuation tax reforms on balances over $3million. The two most controversial aspects, being the taxing of unrealised gains and no indexation of the $3million threshold will both be removed. The original intent remains (i.e. to tax super […]
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Directors’ Duties: Why Financial Oversight and Cash Flow Forecasting are Critical
Being a company director isn’t just about setting strategy and leading people — it also comes with significant legal responsibilities. One of the most important is making sure your company doesn’t trade while insolvent (that is, when it can’t pay its debts as they fall due). If a director allows this to happen, they could […]
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SMSF Property Valuations: Why Obtaining An Accurate Market Value Is A Yearly Requirement
by Luke Quinnell Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) are subject to strict compliance obligations. For trustees who hold property within their SMSF, one of the most important—and often misunderstood—responsibilities is ensuring the property is reported at its market value every financial year. While many in the industry still refer to an outdated “three-year valuation rule,” property […]
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