Posts in Q12016
SMEs 'to save millions

William Buck has said the new rollover tax laws will allow SMEs to significantly reduce their tax bills, with changes to take effect on 1 July allowing them to alter their legal structure without triggering any immediate income tax or capital gains tax consequences.

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Q12016Cristy Houghton
Dying Without a Will

Each state has a formula prescribing the proportions that spouses and children will receive.  They often prescribe that a spouse will receive the first $100,000, and half to one-third of the balance.  The children may receive half to the other two thirds.  In Tasmania and New South Wales, the spouse often receives everything.

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Q12016Cristy Houghton
Study And Training Support Loans Overseas Repayments

From 1 January 2016, if you have moved overseas and have a Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP) or Trade Support Loan (TSL) debt, you will have the same repayment obligations as those who live in Australia. This applies if you already live or intend to move overseas for a total of more than six months in any 12-month period.

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Q12016Cristy Houghton