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2026 Changes to CGT in Australia

Understanding Australia’s CGT Evolution: From 1985 to the 2026 Federal Budget Reforms

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is one of the most critical considerations for Australian property investors, business owners, and individual wealth planners. With the ...
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Can I still access Negative Gearing

Negative Gearing Rules Update: What the 2026 Budget Means for Your Investment Property

If you purchased a residential property over the past few years, you may be wondering how recent legislative updates impact your tax position. Negative gearing ...
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Travel Costs you can claim on Tax

ATO Travel Expenses Guide: What You Can and Can’t Claim on Your Tax Return

Navigating work-related travel expenses when preparing your Australian Individual Tax Return can be tricky. While the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) allows de...
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Car Expenses you can claim on tax

Motor Vehicle Deductions for Individuals

If you use your personal car for work-related activities, you can claim a tax deduction for those expenses. However, to make a compliant claim with the Australi...
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Useful Life of Rental Property Assets

Depreciation Rates for Rental Property Assets (Useful Life - Detailed 2025 List)

LI 2025/20 – ATO Legal Database Income Tax (Effective Life of Depreciating Assets) Determination 2025 RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OPERATORS (67110...
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When Do I have to Lodge my BAS Return?

BAS Lodgement Due Dates

BAS returns are generally due on the 28th of the month following the end of the quarter. If you are required to lodge monthly, your BAS will be due on the 21st ...
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Depreciation Rates for Investment Properties

Depreciation - Useful Life of Rental Property Assets (Quick Reference)

Here’s a summary table of common residential rental property assets and their ATO effective lives (based on Taxation Ruling TR 2022/1 and ATO guidelines): ATO ...
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A Historical Guide (2013–2026) to WFH Rates

Work From Home (WFH) Tax Deductions - A Historical Guide (2013–2026)

With flexible working remaining a core part of Australian work culture, claimed working-from-home (WFH) tax deductions continue to draw close scrutiny from the ...
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Rental Property Tax Deductions

11 Key Tax Deductions Every Australian Property Investor Should Claim

Maximising your tax return as an Australian property investor relies on understanding every claimable expense allowed by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). C...
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