Maximise your tax return

12-Aug-2019 11:13:53 Share this:

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) recently performed a review of individual tax returns and found that an astounding 90 per cent of investment property owners were making mistakes in their tax return. The most common errors were around loan interest, borrowing expenses, repairs and improvements.

 

If you’re a property investor, here are some tips from our business partners at BMT Tax Depreciation for the new financial year that could help you avoid mistakes and save you thousands next tax time.

 

 

 


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Topics: Newsletters, Blog


How to Choose - Fixed or variable?

14-Jun-2018 10:00:00 Share this:

Should you lock in your interest rate for a fixed period? Or take a chance on interest rates dropping even further and choose a variable rate?

 

Unfortunately, there’s no simple answer to these questions. To help you make an informed decision, we’ve outlined the pros and cons of fixed and variable interest home loans.


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Topics: Newsletters, Mortgage Broker, Blog, Australia Property, australia finance, mortgage stress, Mortgage Debt, Variable Interest Rate, Fixed Interest Rate


Get the Best Exchange Rate When Buying or Selling

15-Dec-2017 11:00:00 Share this:

There’s a lot to consider when planning the purchase or sale of a property, particularly if you’re bringing funds into Australia or moving funds out.


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Topics: Selling, Foreign Investment, Blog, Australia Property


Insurance Worth the Cost

11-Dec-2017 11:15:47 Share this:

A home represents year of work to build up precious possessions and investment in the future. It makes sense to take some precautions in the event of losing such valuable assets. Home and contents insurance can buy peace of mind.


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Topics: Insurance, Blog, Summer, Australia Property


Tips for Winter Indoors and Out

25-Aug-2017 17:03:27 Share this:
Now is the time to ensure your property is prepared for colder weather – especially if you’re considering putting your property on the market during the upcoming months. Spring will be here before you know it. 

  


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Topics: Rural & Lifestyle Properties, Selling, Advice, Blog, Winter, Australia Property