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Learn how proposed 2026 negative gearing and CGT changes could impact Australian property investors, tax benefits, and future investment decisions.

Most people treat 30 June like a deadline for a tax return. It isn’t. It’s actually a deadline for tax planning and those are two very different things. Your tax return just reports what happened during the financial year. The actual decisions, the ones that shape how much you pay, or how much you get back all have to happen before 30 June. After that, the options are gone. The good news is there’s still time. Whether you’re an employee, a sole trader, a small business owner,

A lot of business owners ask this question: “Can I buy a car through my business and save tax?” The short answer is yes — but it depends on how the car is used, how your business is structured, and whether the ATO sees it as a genuine business expense. Buying a car through your business can help with deductions, GST credits, and even the instant asset write-off. But if it’s done the wrong way, it can also create problems like Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) or denied claims. Let’s

A lot of people ask the same question during tax season: “How can I reduce my taxable income legally?” It’s a smart question. Reducing taxable income does not mean avoiding tax. It means using the tax rules correctly so you only pay what you actually owe — not more. The ATO allows several legal ways to lower your taxable income, whether you're an employee, sole trader, investor, or small business owner. Let’s go through the practical ways people do this in 2026. What Does “Ta

If you’re running a business or working as a contractor, you’ve probably thought about getting a company car. It sounds simple — buy a car, use it for work, and save on tax. But in reality, there are rules around what you can claim, how much you can claim, and whether extra taxes apply. Let’s go through it step by step. What Is a Company Car? A company car is a vehicle that is: Owned or leased by a business Used for work-related purposes Sometimes also used for personal use T

If you’ve ever lost a receipt and thought, “That’s money gone,” you’re not alone. A lot of people assume that without receipts, they can’t claim anything on their tax return. But that’s not always true. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) does allow certain claims without receipts — but only under specific rules. If you don’t follow those rules, your claim can be denied. Let’s break it down in simple terms. Can You Claim Tax Without Receipts? Yes — but there are limits. The