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Tax and legal strategies are a key component of a strong, successful investment portfolio. Smart Property Investment provides investors with the latest updates, insights, tips and traps for maintaining these vital functions of a property portfolio.

New report reveals skyrocketing cost of strata insurance

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Tax and legal • 8 Sep 2021

New Report Reveals Skyrocketing Cost Of Strata Insurance

Strata insurance costs have been heading skyward for at least the last four years, according to a new report issued by t...

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Tax and legal • 31 Aug 2021

Land Tax: What Investors Can Do To Minimise It

When purchasing an investment property, land tax is one of the hidden costs that property investors often don’t take i...

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Tax and legal • 23 Aug 2021

Highrise Of Lies: Gold Coast Developer Cops Fines Over GST Fraud

A Gold Coast property developer has been criminally convicted after he fraudulently claimed a $147,763 GST refund for a ...

NSW’s new permit system locks investors out of Central Coast hotspots

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Tax and legal • 20 Aug 2021

NSW’s New Permit System Locks Investors Out Of Central Coast Hotspots

Even though it remains subject to the same restrictions as the rest of Greater Sydney, those looking to visit the Centra...

WA called to alleviate housing affordability pressures by rethinking stamp duty

2 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 11 Aug 2021

WA Called To Alleviate Housing Affordability Pressures By Rethinking Stamp Duty

REIWA is urging the Western Australian government to address one of the biggest financial hurdles for future property bu...

1 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 4 Aug 2021

The Tax Trick That Property Investors Need To Get Their Renovation Deductions In Order

Knowing the difference between renovations and repairs can mean the difference between a timely tax return and an audit ...

What property investors need to know to steer clear of the ATO

2 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 2 Aug 2021

Income, Interest And Capital Works Deductions: What Property Investors Need To Know To Steer Clear Of The ATO

Australia’s tax collector says it is ready and willing to apply extra scrutiny to the tax returns of those with an inv...

2 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 27 Jul 2021

‘Vital To Economic Recovery’: Property Industry Advocates Dance On The Grave Of Negative Gearing Reform

Labor has decided that tinkering with negative gearing and capital gains tax isn’t worth the risk of losing the next e...

Could scrapping stamp duty lead to ‘more efficient’ use of housing stock?

2 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 20 Jul 2021

Could Scrapping Stamp Duty Lead To ‘more Efficient’ Use Of Housing Stock?

The answer to current shortfalls in housing supply and soaring property prices could be the removal of stamp duty in fav...

The do’s and don’ts for property investors this tax time

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Tax and legal • 6 Jul 2021

The Do’s And Don’ts For Property Investors This Tax Time

Investors are being told to pay particular attention to the do’s and don’ts this tax time, with those who fail to ...

Property investors may cop a hit this tax time, accountants warn

2 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 28 Jun 2021

Property Investors May Cop A Hit This Tax Time, Accountants Warn

The past year has raised new tax issues for mum and dad property investors, with many expected to cop a hit this tax tim...

SA spends big on infrastructure and land tax reform

1 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 23 Jun 2021

SA Spends Big On Infrastructure And Land Tax Reform

South Australia has rolled out its own state budget, promising “the most comprehensive land tax reform” in the state...

Are the benefits of negative gearing property a fallacy or is it a clever way to grow your asset portfolio?

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Tax and legal • 15 Jun 2021

Are The Benefits Of Negative Gearing Property A Fallacy Or Is It A Clever Way To Grow Your Asset Portfolio?

When it works well, negative gearing can be good. As I see it, though, the problem is that the benefits are hugely overs...

3 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 14 Jun 2021

5 Tax-time Tips For Property Investors

A tax-time mistake can be a costly one for Australian property investors, so here are some tips to help you navigate the...

2 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 2 Jun 2021

3 Ways To Reduce The Amount Of Capital Gains You Will Pay This Tax Time

Investors who have sold financial products for a profit are being urged to use the last month of the financial year to r...

Victorian govt attempts to hijack property boom with new taxes

2 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 17 May 2021

Victorian Government Attempts To Hijack Property Boom With New Taxes

Ahead of this week’s state budget, the Victorian government has flagged several new tax measures targeting property in...

1 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 12 May 2021

REIA Applauds Frydenberg’s Budget

The Real Estate Institute of Australia has looked favourably on the measures handed down in this week’s federal budget...

Look beyond the obvious when calculating tax deductions

1 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 3 May 2021

Look Beyond The Obvious When Calculating Tax Deductions

Tax deductions can be concealed behind walls, in ceilings, under floors and on roofs – the combined value of which can...

Property industry welcomes overhaul of super performance test

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Tax and legal • 29 Apr 2021

Property Industry Welcomes Overhaul Of Super Performance Test

The property industry has welcomed the government’s announced overhaul of the superannuation performance test, which i...

Buyers' agents receive key legal recognition in NSW

1 MIN READ

Tax and legal • 28 Apr 2021

Buyers' Agents Receive Key Legal Recognition In NSW

Buyers’ agents have been formally recognised in NSW’s Residential Conveyancing Protocol for the role they play in pr...

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Warren

49.59%
Mullumbimby

49.48%
Waverton

49.18%
Blairgowrie

48.97%
Porepunkah

48.95%
Streaky Bay

48.89%
Bruce

48.67%
Koolewong

48.46%
Failford

48.4%
Victory Heights

48.22%

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New Report Reveals Skyrocketing Cost Of Strata Insurance

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