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 divorce settlements to see major shake-up

A tax strategist has warned that a recent ruling by the Australian Taxation Office may have profound implications on...

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The tax ‘goldmines’ available to investors

A tax depreciation company has provided insight into what assets investors should be looking to capitalise on.

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Balcony collapse inquest will be ‘significant’ for new builds

An inquest into the Doncaster balcony collapse, which killed two people in 2017, could have major ramifications for the...

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ACT flags greater protection against dodgy builds

ACT building owners are set to be better protected from dodgy builds, with the introduction of new laws that will see...

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5 rights your agent has

Ever been in a debate with a tenant? Here’s how your agent can help.

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Qld property owners urged to act now on smoke alarm compliance

Property owners in Queensland strata schemes have been advised to ensure their units are compliant with the state...

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SA land tax reforms to negatively impact tenants

The Real Estate Institute of South Australia has revealed there is “deep concern” coming from members of the...

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The tenancy changes coming to the ACT

Changes to standard tenancy agreements, set to be rolled out next month, will have a profound impact on the ACT’s...

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Why tax deductions could be coming your way

There’s more than $3.60 million in tax deductions to be claimed by potential property investors who successfully bid...

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Don’t get caught up in the negative gearing ‘romance’

Negative gearing is just a flash way to say that you are making a loss on your property, a chartered tax adviser has...

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Why you can’t be a slave to a property tax deduction

A tax expert has warned property investors about the lure of solely prioritising tax deductions on rental property...

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ASIC defends lending remit amid legal ‘uncertainty’

ASIC has defended the utility of its responsible lending guidance amid court rulings that have called into question...

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Random audits catching out property investors

One national network of tax advisers is warning that property investors have been caught out by random audits for...

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Fresh tax changes on property could be heading your way

The Grattan Institute has released a report titled Generation Gap: Ensuring a fair go for younger Australians that...

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ATO lends support to flood-affected property owners

North Queensland property owners who were impacted by floods earlier this year will continue to be granted support by...

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New rules floated for investors with short-term rentals

The government has released the draft code of conduct by NSW Fair Trading for short-term rental accommodation in NSW,...

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Knockdown and rebuild of property in super attract ATO scrutiny, lawyer warns

Investors wanting to knock down and rebuild a property for SMSF purposes should be wary of undertaking such a process,...

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‘Tip of the iceberg’: More dodgy buildings in the pipeline

Media reports of stress fractures and dodgy building quality are just the beginning of a serious problem for Australian...

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ATO targeting super funds with lumpy property assets

Investors who have invested the bulk of their super fund in property may be contacted by the ATO at the end of this...

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Massive property tax crackdown sees $1 billion recovered

The federal government recently launched a major crackdown on capital gains tax payments, resulting in $1 billion in...

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