Tax & Legal Tips - Smart Property Investment

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.

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Government introduces incentive for pensioners to downsize

An additional 12-month asset test exemption is set to be introduced to help incentivise more pensioners to downsize...

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Stamp duty phase-out to boost property sales, rental supply – REIA

The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has launched a campaign to phase out stamp duty — a reform that the...

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ACT investors threaten to pull out of local market in light of legislative amendments

Investors in the ACT have insisted they will sell their properties in light of proposed changes to the Residential...

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Everything investors need to know about Qld’s tax changes

Queensland’s tax code is changing, and investors with properties in the state might be in for a surprise.

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Land tax overhaul to deepen Qld’s rental strife

The incoming raft of changes to Queensland’s land tax laws will only add more strain to the state’s...

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Property manager faces court over alleged referral fee scheme

A Victorian property manager will face Melbourne Magistrates Court over allegations that his business accepted...

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ATO cracks down as 90% of rental income tax statements are wrong

With the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) reiterating its focus on rental property income and tax deductions this tax...

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REIA lauds scathing stamp duty report

The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has heaped praise on a new report that touts the benefits of stamping out...

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Warning issued as inaccurate valuations land WA valuer in hot water

An Applecross land valuer has been fined and punished by the State Administrative Tribunal for failing to meet accepted...

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Could Qld’s new property tax laws spell the end of interstate investment?

The beginning of a new financial year often brings with it a string of legislative and economic changes, including the...

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5 tax tips to max cashback on your property investment

With tax season knocking at the door and the economy sailing into rougher waters, here are strategic ways property...

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ATO issues warning to late lodging SMSFs

The ATO has reminded SMSFs that their 2020-21 SMSF annual return should now be lodged unless they have received an...

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Deceptive marketing disputes rise in hot Qld market

A booming property market in South-East Queensland has brought with it a rising number of legal disputes over how...

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WA commits to stamp duty rebate expansion

The state’s latest budget will build on previous rebates for off-the-plan apartments as part of a drive to improve...

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Foreign buyers remain unfazed by hefty property taxes

Australian property — both commercial and residential —remains attractive to foreign investors despite major tax...

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Foreign investor fined $250k for unauthorised property purchases

It’s the first-ever fine to be doled out under Australia’s foreign investments rules.

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Negative gearing not going anywhere

Both major Australian political parties have pledged a commitment to retain negative gearing should they be elected...

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Why you shouldn’t discount depreciation deductions at tax time

Did you know that depreciation is tax-deductible over the lifetime of an investment property, regardless of the age of...

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A complete guide of what property owners must disclose when selling a property

Are you planning to sell your investment property and wondering what type of information you need to disclose? Here is...

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Property valuations put pressure on SMSF audit delays

The requirement to include comparable sales data for kerbside valuations for properties is seeing issues and hold-ups...

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