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September saw the nation’s official cash rate kept on hold once again. But there is growing consensus that the RBA may cut the cash rate at one of its next few meetings. Several of the big banks, including Westpac and NAB, are expecting rate cuts in the first half of next year. Others, such as the Commonwealth Bank,...
Remember the first time you stepped into a gym? It’s unlikely you swaggered your way over to the free weights rack and started busting out squats. Well, it turns out buying your first home can be just as daunting, with 91% of first-home buyers turning to a mortgage broker for guidance. When it comes to...
Overwhelming they answered yes – some having had already moved while others were actively looking for ways to do so. Another poll by Monmouth University reported that 34% of US citizens who took part had expressed their interest to settle abroad if given a chance, while 65% of 2700 US respondents of a survey by...
While about 4-in-5 Australian households are currently on a variable-rate mortgage, fixed-rate home loans shouldn’t be overlooked. Locking into a fixed rate can offer several advantages, including certainty of repayments – which may make budgeting easier – as well as protection from possible rate hikes during the fixed term. Right now, the direction of fixed rates...
The ATO has recently confirmed that collection of business debts – including debts relating to superannuation guarantee (SG), pay as you go (PAYG) withholding and GST – is among its key focus areas. This is a timely reminder for all businesses to ensure they’re meeting their obligations. The most recent ATO statistics show that although...
You may have heard that the annual cap on non-concessional contributions (NCCs) has increased for 2024–2025. This is great news for superannuation members who want to maximise their retirement savings. NCCs are your own after-tax contributions, meaning they’re distinct and separate from concessional contributions such as compulsory employer contributions made for you, additional salary sacrifice...
With the latest statistics showing a significant rise in liquidations and with the ATO’s focused efforts on debt collection, small businesses face significant financial pressures. However, the answer isn’t to evade responsibilities or take shortcuts – business restructuring has to be done properly and in compliance with the relevant laws. The small business restructure roll-over...
Does your business or investment structure make payments such as interest, dividends or royalties to any foreign residents? You may be required to withhold tax from these payments. The ATO is currently focusing on ensuring that taxpayers are aware of these obligations. If these withholding requirements apply to you, you’ll need to lodge a PAYG...
If you’re an Australian resident for tax purposes, you don’t have to pay income tax on the first $18,200 you earn each year, from any source. This is called the “tax-free threshold”. If you have more than one job, change employers during the year, have a sole trader side gig or get government payments, it’s...
One of the first things a lender will look at when you apply for a home loan is your ability to manage repayments. And for most of us, that comes down to having a job that pays a regular income. However, not all jobs – and types of income – are treated in the same...
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