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Apr 23, 2018

ATO focusses on holiday home rentals

The ATO is setting its sights on the large number of false claims made by rental property owners who use their own property for personal holidays.

Apr 12, 2018

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New GST withholding legislation set to shake up the property sector

As promised in the 2017-2018 budget, the government is introducing new GST withholding legislation for new residential premises, new residential subdivisions, and long term leases. The new obligations commence on 1 July 2018, and will have a serious impact on the sector.

Apr 11, 2018

The Economy

Tax

NT land tax will impact all Territorians: REINT

The REINT is "vigorously" lobbying the Northern Territory government to rule out introducing a land tax at the upcoming budget.

Apr 10, 2018

Increasing property taxes won’t fix WA’s budget woes: REIWA

The REIWA says increasing property taxes in the upcoming state budget could jeopardise the 'green shoots' of recovery emerging in the housing market.

Apr 4, 2018

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Top tips for property investor success in 2018

BMT Tax Depreciation has shared its top three tips for property investors looking to optimise their portfolios in light of changing market conditions.

Mar 20, 2018

The Economy

Tax

Residential versus commercial investing: how the depreciation rules change

Do residential or commercial properties provide greater deductions in the form of depreciation?

Feb 27, 2018

Tax

Which depreciation method is best for you?

There are two ways to calculate depreciation on plant and equipment in an investment property - by using the diminishing value method, or the prime cost method.

Feb 9, 2018

The Economy

Tax

NT deals already falling over on "whiff" of land tax: REINT

The REINT says introducing a land tax would drive investors away from the Northern Territory and accelerate the decline in population, at a time when the economy is already in a precarious situation.