Developers would be wise to consider energy efficiency upgrades with buyers willing to pay a premium for higher star ratings. The NSW Government may be behind the curve when it comes to the economic … [Read more...] about A light bulb moment: the rising demand for energy efficient housing
Archives for June 2018
CGT concessions: Improving integrity or crippling complexity?
Draft integrity measures limiting small business Capital Gains Tax (CGT) concessions are in the firing line. Following an announcement in the 2017-18 Federal Budget, draft legislation targeting the … [Read more...] about CGT concessions: Improving integrity or crippling complexity?
The NSW Department of planning Backflips on the Low Rise Medium Density Code
I write to you this update on the recently gazetted Complying Development Code CDC for Low Rise Medium Density Development Please read it carefully before you decide to buy any property. The … [Read more...] about The NSW Department of planning Backflips on the Low Rise Medium Density Code
New GST Obligations – What You Need To Know
The new GST withholding laws will come into effect as of 1 July 2018. They will impact on property purchases and sales and therefore it is important that you are aware of these changes. When Will … [Read more...] about New GST Obligations – What You Need To Know
Are you ready for renewed ATO crackdowns on expense claims?
The ATO has warned it will be paying closer attention to the 'other' category of expense deductions this year. The ATO has already targeted tax deductions on travel, clothing, self-education and home … [Read more...] about Are you ready for renewed ATO crackdowns on expense claims?
The Low Rise Medium Density Code: one step forward, two steps back
The first cracks are appearing in the new Medium Density Housing Code as the government backtracks on July commencement. After two and half years of planning, drafting and testing, the long-awaited … [Read more...] about The Low Rise Medium Density Code: one step forward, two steps back