Capital gains tax
Analysis
Analysis
Property tax traps that could cost you thousands in CGT
With the dramatic increase in the value of the family home, the capital gains tax main residence exemption is more important than ever.
- by Julia Hartman
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Five options for slashing landlord concessions to help fix the housing crisis
Key independent senators have teamed up and say the government could be giving up as much as $60 billion in tax revenue if it doesn’t make changes.
- by Rachel Clun
Analysis
Analysis
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.
- by John Collett
Opinion
Property prices
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.
- by Ross Gittins
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Property investment
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.
- by Lisa Visentin, Rachel Clun and Olivia Ireland
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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.
- by Paul Sakkal and Rachel Clun
Opinion
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.
- by Noel Whittaker
Opinion
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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.
- by Noel Whittaker
Opinion
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.
- by Millie Muroi
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.
- by Grace Bacon
Opinion
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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.
- by Noel Whittaker