The ATO have gone digital with their communication, which means no more snail mail posted to us on your behalf. Instead, the new system enables us to download all ATO mail on behalf of our clients and distribute it in the most efficient manner possible.
The start of a new financial year is an ideal moment to review your existing equipment finance commitments.
Industrial property maintained its position as the market's safest option, with gross yields holding relatively stable over the quarter following modest compression across most major cities.
The auction environment is deliberately designed to create competition and momentum. Bidding can move quickly, and it is easy to get caught up in the heat of the moment.
Retail property has emerged as the standout performer in Australia's commercial property sector, with approximately $13 billion.
Understanding this before you apply helps set realistic expectations and makes it easier to compare what different lenders are offering you rather than what they advertise.
Financing an older vehicle is a common goal, but it comes with a set of challenges that do not apply in the same way to newer cars.
Spring is consistently the busiest period of the year for Australian property, with more listings, open homes and competition than at any other time.
Since the beginning of 2025, 62 per cent of occupiers leasing more than 1,000 square metres have either expanded or maintained their footprint.
Darwin's commercial property sector is strengthening with rising rents.
On 26 June 2026, the Federal Government passed a significant change to how Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs) can invest in residential property. New Limited Recourse Borrowing Arrangements (LRBAs) to purchase residential property inside an SMSF will be banned from approximately 10 August 2026 — 45 days after Royal Assent.
The First Home Guarantee allows eligible buyers to purchase with a 5 per cent deposit without paying Lenders Mortgage Insurance.
The 2026 Federal Budget proposed the most significant changes to residential property tax settings in a generation.
How a business crosses the 30 June line matters more than many owners realise
From 1 July 2025, interest charges on business tax debt were also deemed non-deductible by the ATO, increasing the real cost of carrying that debt.
Commercial property investors are increasingly focused on asset quality over broad sector performance.
A caravan loan can make the upfront cost manageable, but it’s the ongoing expenses that can catch first-time owners off guard.
Fixing your rate can offer certainty, but it also involves trade-offs that are worth understanding before making a decision.
Lenders calculate how much you can borrow based on your income, existing debts, living expenses and other financial commitments.
Business Growth brings its own financial pressures, and cash flow is often where those pressures first show up. It’s a pattern that catches many business owners off guard.
The luxury residential sector is experiencing uneven performance across Australia's major cities.
Rental performance is increasingly fragmented across the country.
Consumer habits have shifted markedly, with daily convenience trips now replacing the traditional big-shop model, turning neighbourhood and convenience centres.
Australian farmland prices are expected to continue their modest growth trajectory in 2026, with the median price per hectare forecast to increase by two per cent.
Buy now, pay later can be cost-effective if you pay on time.
Institutional capital is flowing back into Australian commercial property as market fundamentals strengthen, with experienced investors moving ahead of broader market confidence.
Making strategic investments in new assets before EOFY can position your business for growth in the year ahead.
New equipment is essential to growth. Whether it’s machinery, vehicles, or specialised technology, the right assets could improve efficiency, increase production, and help secure larger contracts.
Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. Even when sales are strong and invoices are being issued regularly, delayed payments could create bottlenecks that make it difficult to cover everyday expenses.
Brisbane and Perth recorded the most affordable office fit-out costs in the country at an average of $934 per square metre.
Industrial property delivered total returns of 8.6 per cent in December 2025, with capital growth of 4.1 per cent, the strongest of any major asset class.
Commercial property markets have returned to positive capital growth after two years of adjustment.
Before applying for a caravan loan, it’s important to understand what you could comfortably afford.
A sudden repair bill could feel overwhelming, especially if it arrives at the wrong time financially.
An open home provides a valuable opportunity to observe not just the property itself, but also the surrounding area.
Many first home buyers focus primarily on the purchase price of a property and the size of their loan repayments.
Prestige apartments have been the strongest market segment in the last few years.
National weekly house rents have reached $650 and unit rents $625, with annual growth running at 4.8 per cent for houses and 4.2 per cent for units.
With infrastructure pipelines growing and demand for tradies, contractors, and logistics providers showing no signs of slowing down, 2026 could be the year your business.
Two of the most common tools business owners turn to are invoice finance and overdrafts.
Retail has become the top choice for commercial property investors in 2026, driven by increasing consumption, tight vacancy rates and limited land supply.
Queensland emerged as the clear winner, with transaction volumes growing 61.1 per cent to $21.35 billion, capturing nearly 25 per cent of national activity.
Australia's commercial property market is showing clear signs of recovery after a period of recalibration, with foreign capital returning, pricing stabilising and investor confidence improving.
If you're thinking about upgrading your car without breaking the bank, here's what to consider before signing on the dotted line.
According to a new global index that scores countries out of 100 based on ownership rates, five-year changes, price growth and affordability, Australia has scored just 51.56, trailing behind many European and Asian markets.
Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows household spending jumped 1.3% in October and is now 5.6% higher.
For many first-time buyers, owning a motorbike is a ticket to freedom and a bit of weekend adventure.
Ten property markets across four states have been identified as offering strong long-term capital growth potential.
Australia’s housing market opened 2026 on a positive note, with the latest Cotality Home Value Index showing a 0.4% rise.
The commercial property market recovery that began in 2025 is set to strengthen and broaden in 2026.
Invoice finance is an option for some businesses to consider, to help smooth out cash flow during this period.
Falling behind on your BAS lodgements looks like an administrative problem. Left long enough, it becomes an expensive one, because the GST you collected stays payable indefinitely while the GST credits you are owed disappear after four years. Here is what that looks like in dollars.
With negative gearing now quarantined for established dwellings, new house and land has become the sensible play for investors — but there is a trap in the first eighteen months. Interest on the land is denied, while interest on the construction is not. If the bank has written one loan, someone has to do the sums. Here is why it pays to split the loan before you sign.
When the draft legislation for the trust minimum tax was released, it came with a reassurance: if you do not want to restructure, you can simply make an election instead — no restructure, and no state stamp duty. That is accurate, but it is also a very small part of the decision. Here is why you should choose your structure for the eventual sale of your business, not for the announcement.
