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Modern white family home with a front lawn SMSF & Super4 min read SMSF residential property changes: what the new borrowing ban means for investors From 10 August 2026, SMSFs can't take out new LRBAs to buy residential property. What the borrowing ban means, what's grandfathered and the options left. Read the article

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Stack of coins with a small figure reading on top SMSF & Super Important SMSF changes for 2026: what every trustee needs to know Division 296, a higher transfer balance cap, bigger contribution caps and Payday Super: the rule changes SMSF trustees should plan for in 2026. Read article Two colleagues reviewing work together at an office desk Tax Deductions Office employee tax deductions 2025–26: what you can claim Working from home, phones, laptops, courses and memberships: the legitimate deductions office workers most often miss, and the ones the ATO won't allow. Read article Tradie in hi-vis carrying a solar panel to his ute Tax Deductions Essential tax deductions for Australian tradies in 2026 Protective gear, tools, vehicles, licences and insurance: a practical guide to what tradies can claim, and how to keep records that stand up to the ATO. Read article ATO & Compliance ASIC Late Fees 2026: What Australian Businesses Need to Know Running a company in Australia comes with ongoing compliance obligations. While many business owners focus on tax returns, BAS lodgements, and payroll reporting… Read article ATO & Compliance Why Many Businesses Get Fuel Tax Credits Wrong Running a business in Australia often means dealing with rising fuel costs while trying to keep BAS lodgements accurate and cash flow under control. For many… Read article Property & Investment Accepting Bitcoin in Business? Here’s What the ATO Wants You to Report Cryptocurrency is now a normal part of business for many Australians. Read article Hand holding a phone calculator above payroll paperwork Payroll The end of quarterly super? Payday Super rules explained From 1 July 2026 employers must pay super at the same time as wages. Here's what changes, the key dates, and how to get payroll ready. Read article Home office desk with a laptop and monitor beside a window Tax Deductions What work from home expenses are tax deductible in 2026? The fixed rate vs actual cost methods, the records the ATO expects, and the common mistakes that put hybrid workers' claims at risk. Read article SMSF & Super The Super Contribution Mistake That Can Trigger An ATO Tax Bill Super contributions can be a smart way to grow your retirement savings and reduce tax. But many Australians accidentally break superannuation rules without realising it. Read article ATO & Compliance Even Small GST Mistakes Can Attract ATO Attention GST refund claims are under much closer scrutiny in 2026, and even small BAS mistakes can create major compliance problems. Read article Property & Investment ATO Targets Property Development Tax Structures in 2026 Australian businesses, property developers, and tax professionals should pay close attention to two important tax developments recently released by the ATO and… Read article Property & Investment What Attracts the ATO’s Attention in Luxury Car Tax Claims Luxury Car Tax (LCT) continues to be an important compliance area for Australian car dealers, businesses, tourism operators, and high-value vehicle purchasers. The… Read article

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