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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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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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Property valuations still ‘high on the audit hit list’

SMSF auditors are requiring valuations for many property investments again this financial year, and in some cases...
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ATO releases new draft laws on rent relief extension for SMSFs

The ATO has released the new legislative instrument on extending COVID-19 rental deferral relief for SMSFs.
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SMSFs urged to consider expert input on COVID-19 relief

With the extension of the various COVID-19 relief this year, SMSFs will need to increasingly consider the use of a...
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ATO’s tax return 2021 deadline reminder for rental property owners

The deadline for lodging tax returns for FY 2020-2021 is just around the corner. Are you ready to lodge yours?
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Understanding how rental property depreciation works

Here is our basic guide on how rental property depreciation works.
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