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Starting January 1, 2025, all property sellers in Australia, including foreign investors, must obtain an Australian Tax Office (ATO) clearance certificate.  Clearance Certificate: A Must-Have for Property Sales Your Clearance certificate is to show the Australian government if you are an Australian resident or non-resident. As a non-resident, you will have to pay 15% withholding…

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Surcharges on foreign property investors on top of land tax

Non-resident property owners in Australia are bracing for significant changes in the real estate landscape come January 1, 2025. These changes will introduce new surcharges and increased tax rates that could dramatically impact the financial viability of overseas investments. We were again featured in The Sun newspaper (Malaysia) alongside our expert partners. Please read the…

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The Victorian Government has made a bold move to revitalize its property market by announcing a substantial reduction in Victorian stamp duty for off-the-plan apartments, units, and townhouses. This development has captured the attention of foreign property buyers worldwide, as it could significantly reduce the upfront costs of investing in Victorian real estate. This temporary…

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Overseas Property Investors beware of your Australian taxes

Overseas Investors with Australian property – Beware of taxes (Read our article that appeared in The Star Publications, Malaysia).  Click here to Download the article from The Star Publications: Overseas Property Investors beware of Australian taxes Text from article:  Investors with Australian property: Beware of Australian Taxes By Karina Foo  MALAYSIAN property investors with assets…

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capital gains tax for overseas investors

In short: Yes. And there’s no escaping it. As a foreign property investor in Australia, you are subject to Capital Gains Tax (CGT). While you do not pay for the Medicare Levy, your taxes from any income as a non-resident still applies with the following income tiers:  $0 – $135k = 30 cents to a…

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asset protection for business TJD Accounting Sevices small business management advice on how to use business assets to your advantage financially

  Are your business assets protected?                 As you know, asset protection for business is as important as managing them and protecting your future is just as important. If not more so, especially whilst building for your future. There are many ways to minimise your risk whilst reaping…

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self managed superannuation fund compliance

Goals for Self Managed Super Funds. Invest in the most tax efficient manner possible; Keep some level of control. Gain asset protection. SMSF Observation. Many clients have little understanding of Superannuation, are scared of legislative change and feel they have little or no control over their second biggest asset other than their home. Fact 1:…

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