Tax Strategies - Investment Strategies

• 8 ways to avoid SMSF troubles with the ATO when investing in property

  Investing in property using an SMSF has many advantages. It also comes with many pitfalls that could get you in trouble with the tax office. Eddie Chung explains. read more

• Dual occupancy property

  The dual occupancy is simply a property with two sources of income. Returns for both the short and long term are superior and this assists tax payers with the recurring question of “how can I make my property positively geared?” read more

• The tax low down on Granny Flats

  Many property investors are now investing in large blocks of land and putting a granny flat at the back of the property. Indeed, not only is this popular for investment properties but also popular for PPR’s (principal places of residences). The main tax issues with Granny Flats that we have come across are as follows... read more

• ​What to do when the tax office comes knocking on your door

  Getting audited can be a scary experience, so Eddie Chung lays out the most effective strategies for dealing with the taxman read more

• ​Tax issues to consider when subdividing and selling land.

  Subdividing land and selling it off is one of the quickest ways to make money through property. But there are costly traps you need to be aware of. Eddie Chung explains read more

• Understanding the tax benefits of investing in property

  In certain circumstances a negatively geared property can become positively geared as a result of the depreciation deductions and tax benefits available. As mentioned above this works particularly well for higher income earners. Below is an example of a negatively geared property which has positive cash flow after tax benefits. read more

• What's ahead for NRAS?

  One of the potential casualties of the recent Federal Budget is the National Rental Affordability Scheme. Eddie Chung examines the fallout and how you can deal with it read more

• Pitfalls of property investments, ownership percentages and loan structures

  During the tax season I am continually reminded of the importance of having the correct ownership structure together with the right advice on the structure of investment property loans. read more

• Frequently made mistakes on your investment tax returns

  As it is tax time for many property investors I thought that we might point out some of the most frequently made mistakes in respect to investment property tax returns. Be aware that there is only 2 years to lodge an amended return so it pays to have the return correctly prepared in the first place. read more