Mulino no novice in financial services

From financialnewswire.com.au: Daniel Mulino has been appointed as the Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services, taking over from Stephen Jones.

With a background as an economic adviser and chair of the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Economics, Mulino brings substantial experience to his new role.… read more

Property ownership in personal names – factors to consider

From prosolution.com.au: Investors have three options for personal property ownership: joint ownership, sole ownership, and tenants-in-common (TIC), each offering unique benefits.

Sole ownership can maximize tax savings and minimize land tax liabilities, while joint ownership simplifies estate planning and reduces capital gains tax liabilities.… read more

When tax planning becomes tax avoidance

From johnjeffreystax.com.au: In the case of Merchant v Commissioner of Taxation, the Full Federal Court determined that Mr. Merchant’s actions, which involved crystallising a capital loss to offset a significant capital gain, constituted tax avoidance under Part IVA due to the sale of the BBG shares to a related party.… read more

Making sense of the election policies

From www.accountantsdaily.com.au: The 2025 Federal Election highlights key tax and superannuation policies proposed by the ALP and the Coalition.

ALP initiatives include a 20% reduction on student loans and a $1,000 instant tax deduction for work-related expenses, while the Coalition promises a one-off income tax offset of up to $1,200 and allows first home buyers to access superannuation for home deposits.… read more