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Non-resident GST registration in Australia: simplified vs standard, and the GST you can actually get back
7 August 2026
Selling into Australia from overseas? The registration you choose decides whether the 10% you pay at the border is recoverable or gone. Simp…
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Tax residency tests — am I an Australian tax resident, and how much does the answer cost?
4 August 2026
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Debt recycling & interest deductibility: the ATO use test explained (FY2026-27)
4 August 2026
Home-loan interest isn't deductible — but the tax law only cares what borrowed money is USED for, not what secures the loan. How debt recycl…
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Medicare levy exemption: how to get the 2% back (FY2025-26)
4 August 2026
The Medicare levy is 2% of your taxable income — and if you weren't entitled to Medicare, none of it was ever yours to pay. Who qualifies, h…
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Medicare levy surcharge vs private health insurance: pay the tax or buy the cover? (FY2026-27)
4 August 2026
Earn over $105,000 with no hospital cover and you may pay an extra 1-1.5% of your whole income for nothing. The FY2026-27 thresholds, what i…
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Should I set up a company? The 8 questions every growing business owner asks (2025-26)
4 August 2026
A plain-English answer to when a company is worth it in Australia — what you save per $10,000 you leave in the business, how to pay yourself…
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Working holiday vs student tax in Australia: same job, thousands apart (FY2026-27)
4 August 2026
A working holiday maker pays 15% from the first dollar; an international student may pay nothing until ~$22,800. The FY2026-27 rates for bot…
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ABN vs TFN: the same $70,000, and the $8,400 of super you may be owed (2025-26)
30 July 2026
How ABN work and TFN work are really taxed in Australia — same rates, same tax-free threshold, but no withholding, no super and no paid leav…
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Self-education expenses: the rule that makes the same $2,000 course worth $640 to one person and $0 to another (2025-26)
29 July 2026
When course fees, certifications and even an MBA are tax deductible in Australia — the current-job golden rule, the career-change trap, the …
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Rental deductions under the microscope: claim everything you're owed, safely (2025-26)
29 July 2026
The ATO says 9 in 10 rental returns have an error. Here's the full list of what you can claim, repairs vs improvements, the loan-interest an…
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Car and travel deductions: the $4,400 claim, the commute myth, and the record the ATO now wants (2025-26)
29 July 2026
Work-related car expenses are an ATO headline focus this tax time. Here's the commute rule and the exceptions that beat it, cents per km vs …
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The GST Margin Scheme: How to Pay GST on the Margin, Not the Whole Price
17 July 2026
Australian property developers, subdividers and business sellers — FY2026–27. General information, not personal advice. Confirm the figures …
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PAYG Instalments, Explained: It's Not Extra Tax — It's Your Tax, Paid Early
15 July 2026
If a letter from the ATO has just told you that you're now in 'PAYG instalments,' take a breath. This is one of the most misread parts of th…
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GST for Non-Resident Amazon Australia Sellers: The Complete Guide (2026)
14 July 2026
If you're a non-resident selling on Amazon Australia and shipping stock into an Australian fulfilment centre, there's a strong chance you're…
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Display Homes and Tax Deductions: A Win for Builders on Marketing Costs
25 March 2026
If you’re a residential builder or construction group using display homes to generate sales, a recent tribunal decision could significantly …
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Control of A Corporate Trustee Can Trigger Landholder Duty
25 March 2026
A recent Supreme Court of Victoria decision has confirmed a significant and often overlooked landholder duty risk for trusts holding Victori…
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Simplifying Property Tax for Australian Investors: 18 Essential Insights
17 November 2023
Welcome to the comprehensive guide on property investment in Australia! Delving into real estate down under isn't just about finding the...
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For Australian Businesses – Free Smart Bookkeeping & Accounting Excel Template
8 November 2023
Let's cut to the chase – managing your business finances can be less of a chore and more of a strategic win. With heavyweight accounting...
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E-commerce Growth Hacks: Conquer the 5 Roadblocks to Business Expansion
25 January 2023
E-commerce businesses have the potential to reach a global audience and generate significant revenue, but many entrepreneurs struggle to...
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Simplify E-commerce Finances and Tax Compliance: The Solution for Your Business
25 January 2023
E-commerce has become the go-to for businesses of all sizes, and it's no surprise that more entrepreneurs are turning to online platforms...
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