Entries by Molly Ingham

Negative gearing and the benefits

What are the benefits of negative gearing? Negative gearing refers to an investment where the investment has cost more money to hold than the income it produces before the consideration of any capital growth.  Currently an income tax benefit may be gained from negative gearing which is attractive to many when considering their investment options […]

Tax when an individual passes away

It is an unfortunate part of life that at some point, someone close to you will pass away. It is therefore important to be aware of the tax consequences that come along with this. When an individual passes away, a legal personal representative (LPR) (AKA administrator or executor) will be appointed to manage the tax […]

Total Super Balance vs Transfer Balance Cap

Total Super Balance (TSB) is relatively simple to understand and is essentially the total value of your super fund interests. Your TSB includes your accumulation phase accounts, and pension phase accounts, as well as some amounts relating to any outstanding limited recourse borrowing arrangement (LRBA) in a SMSF. All individuals will have a TSB, whether […]

GST on Rental Properties – When is it applicable?

When renting out a property, it is crucial to consider when GST is applicable. To do this, it’s important to understand whether you are providing premises which are residential or commercial for rent. Residential properties are rented out solely for the purpose of being an individuals’ or families’ dwelling or home. GST is not applicable […]

What happens to employees on sale of a business?

Changes in the structure or ownership of a business is a common thing in modern society, however this does not automatically mean that when a business is sold, that everybody, from employees to employers, always know what they are entitled to or is required by them. A share or equity sale occurs when an employer […]