A recent Supreme Court of Victoria decision has confirmed a significant and often overlooked landholder duty risk for trusts holding Victorian property. In Tao v Commissioner of State Revenue, the Court confirmed that assuming full control of a corporate trustee can trigger landholder duty, even where no land, trust units or beneficial interests are acquired. This decision has important implications for property investors, family groups and advisers involved in trust restructures or trustee...

If you’re a residential builder or construction group using display homes to generate sales, a recent tribunal decision could significantly improve your tax position. In a landmark case involving Masterton , the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) confirmed that the cost of constructing temporary display homes can be fully deductible as marketing expenses, rather than being locked into slow capital write‑offs. This decision is especially relevant for builders operating in display villages,...

Welcome to the comprehensive guide on property investment in Australia! Delving into real estate down under isn't just about finding the...