Epoch News
Super concessions for first home savers and downsizers
Does superannuation offer an avenue to help downsizers and first home savers? The Government seems to think so. Late last month the detail of the housing initiatives announced in the Federal Budget were released for consultation. I explore what’s on offer and the...
The Tax Commissioner’s hit list
Every so often the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) sends a ‘shot across the bow’ warning taxpayers where their gaze is focussed. Last month in a speech to the National Press Club, Tax Commissioner Chris Jordan did exactly that. Part of the reason for this public...
What did I miss? 1 July changes
The new financial year typically brings a number of important changes for business, individuals and the economy as a whole. Here’s a summary of the key things to remember from 1 July 2017: GST applies to digital products & services imported by consumers Small...
Generational succession: Do your kids really want to take over your business?
Generational succession - handing your business across to your kids or family – sounds simple enough. However, many families end up in dispute right at the point when the parents, business, and children are most vulnerable. It’s important that generational succession...
EPOCH ereview June 2017 – Issue 11
The wide-ranging superannuation reforms come into effect on 1 July 2017. With the changes come a series of issues that Trustees need to be across, even if they don’t immediately affect you or your fund. Read more
EPOCH ereview June 2017 – Issue 10
Anyone with investment property in Australia is probably feeling a little edgy with all the recent media attention on deductions, affordable housing, and negative gearing. I take a look at some of the key tax issues for investors pre and post 30 June. Read...
EPOCH ereview May 2017 – Issue 9
What can you do to reduce your tax and the tax paid by your business? The answer is quite a bit but it takes planning pre 30 June. Here are my top tips. Read more
EPOCH ereview Special Edition – Budget 2017/18
EPOCH presents a Special Edition of ereview focused on the 2017/18 Federal Budget. Read more
EPOCH ereview May 2017 – Issue 8
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is on the warpath over work related travel expenses and is prepared to test the boundaries of claims in court. Read more
EPOCH ereview May 2017 – Issue 7
The popular $20,000 instant asset write-off for small business ends on 30 June 2017. This concession enables small businesses to immediately write-off depreciable assets which cost less than $20,000. Read more