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Tax & Legal • 25 Jul 2024
Are you ready? WA’s rental reforms take effect next week
The Western Australian government’s latest wave of rental reforms will be implemented this month, aiming to give tenants “more certainty in their budgets and allow...
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Tax & Legal • 24 Jul 2024
Victoria to review ‘rotten culture’ in CFMEU construction crackdown
Following explosive reports of corruption and criminal activity within the construction union, the Victorian government will be conducting an independent review.
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Tax & Legal • 22 Jul 2024
Who caused the Australian housing crisis? The government and the NIMBYs
It’s now almost universally recognised that Australia has a housing supply crisis.
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Tax & Legal • 19 Jul 2024
Dodgy WA fencer gave customers ‘the royal runaround’
There have been renewed calls for investors to avoid paying hefty deposits after an unregistered fencer took substantial deposits for work he never carried out.
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Tax & Legal • 18 Jul 2024
Tasmania closer to letting renters keep pets
Tenants will be allowed to keep pets without the owner’s consent in most circumstances, once the bill, currently before Parliament, is passed.
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Tax & Legal • 15 Jul 2024
Tax and Airbnb: What you need to know
Airbnb is a hero of the sharing economy. By matching property owners with potential guests, it’s an alternative accommodation renaissance. As a landlord, you set the...
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Tax & Legal • 08 Jul 2024
Which NSW councils will be using AI to fast-track DAs?
The NSW government’s plan to use AI to speed up development approvals has entered the trial phase.
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Tax & Legal • 05 Jul 2024
Tax planning: Critical things investors can do to maximise returns and minimise liabilities
As a property investor or home buyer, tax planning is crucial. Done correctly, it can significantly enhance your returns and reduce liabilities. In this article, I’ll...
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Tax & Legal • 04 Jul 2024
WA planning reforms will cut back red tape
Western Australians looking to undertake small residential projects can now undergo a simpler approval process.
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Tax & Legal • 03 Jul 2024
WA’s STRA register is now open
Owners who register their holiday let properties by September 2024 will get to skip the $250 annual registration fee.
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