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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.
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Tax & Legal • 04 Jul 2023
Beware of tax-related scams, warn authorities
Australians are cautioned to remain vigilant against tax-specific scams that entice victims with promises of lucrative financial windfall.
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Tax & Legal • 03 Jul 2023
What property owners should know about WA’s Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act
Western Australia’s laws to protect Indigenous sites of cultural importance come into effect on 1 July 2023, and they might change what some property owners can do...
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Tax & Legal • 03 Jul 2023
Getting the value out of property in an SMSF
An Airbnb property can represent a valuable asset to an SMSF, but don’t expect to get the same returns if the property changes use and is rented out to a related...
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Tax & Legal • 30 Jun 2023
Rental bidding outlawed in South Australia
In a proactive response to the ongoing housing crisis, the South Australian government has taken a decisive step by implementing a ban on rent bidding.
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Tax & Legal • 27 Jun 2023
8 of the best EOFY tax tips for landlords
It’s never been more important for investors to be prepped for tax time, according to a real estate expert.
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Tax & Legal • 26 Jun 2023
‘First step’ rental reforms pass in NSW as Premier promises more
The NSW government has passed the suite of rental reforms it introduced in May, albeit without a controversial ban on rental bidding.
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Tax & Legal • 26 Jun 2023
Spotting financial abuse of elders in real estate transactions
New data highlights the importance of being on the lookout for financial abuse of elders when it comes to the transfer of real estate.
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Tax & Legal • 16 Jun 2023
ATO launches new foreign property buyer tool
From the end of June, the Tax Office is digitising its interactions with foreign investors and their representatives.
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Tax & Legal • 13 Jun 2023
ATO warns property managers, insurers will keep investors honest in FY23
To crack down on property investors improperly or incorrectly claiming income and deductions this tax time, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has revealed the...
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Tax & Legal • 08 Jun 2023
Taxpayers must ensure they are ‘tax literate’: CPA
Australia’s complex system means too many people are making costly mistakes on their returns, says the association.
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