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ATO warns of increased scams at tax time

ATO warns of increased scams at tax time

People are being urged to beware of scams during the peak tax time period and to protect themselves by...
Your step-by-step guide to buying property in Victoria

Your step-by-step guide to buying property in Victoria

Whether you’re a seasoned investor or a first-time buyer, purchasing property is exciting but it also...
What you need to know about the government’s foreign resident capital gains withholding payments

What you need to know about the government’s foreign resident capital gains withholding payments

The legislation surrounding the purchase of property from foreign residents is changing in July, so if...
SMSF: Managing your superannuation fund for 2017 financial year and beyond

SMSF: Managing your superannuation fund for 2017 financial year and beyond

It’s time for self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) trustees to get ready for the end of this financial...
What you need to know about the ATO’s Single Touch Payroll (STP)

What you need to know about the ATO’s Single Touch Payroll (STP)

Business tax and superannuation reporting obligations will soon become more straightforward, thanks to...
LDB’s hot tips for end of financial year 2017

LDB’s hot tips for end of financial year 2017

We’re into the sprint to the end of financial year 2017 so there isn’t much time left to tidy up...
SMSF: Tax planning and last minute considerations before end of financial year

SMSF: Tax planning and last minute considerations before end of financial year

Significant changes to superannuation come into force on July 1, 2017. However, there is a rapidly closing...
What you need to know if the ATO contacts your business for an audit

What you need to know if the ATO contacts your business for an audit

If you are contacted by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for a financial audit, try not to panic. If...
Full house for LDB’s finance seminar

Full house for LDB’s finance seminar

More than 100 LDB clients and guests attended the picturesque Box Hill Golf Club on Tuesday evening and...
Our top tips for getting started in shares

Our top tips for getting started in shares

Investing in the share market can be extremely lucrative, but it’s important to do your research before...
SMSF: Do you meet conditions of release to transfer from preserved to unrestricted non-preserved benefits?

SMSF: Do you meet conditions of release to transfer from preserved to unrestricted non-preserved benefits?

The changes to superannuation that come into effect on July 1, 2017 pose a range of issues for self-managed...
Don’t have a lot of money? How to start investing with as little as $500

Don’t have a lot of money? How to start investing with as little as $500

When it comes to wealth creation, the key is to start young and invest often. The earlier you begin investing,...
How do I value my business for sale?

How do I value my business for sale?

Before selling your business, it’s important to have realistic expectations about the sale price. What...
How to optimise your superannuation

How to optimise your superannuation

Your superannuation is your future, and being proactive can mean the difference between a retirement...
4 tips for taking the leap from employee to business owner

4 tips for taking the leap from employee to business owner

If you’re considering taking the leap from employee to business owner, congratulations! Whether you’re...