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SMSFs BUYING PROPERTY OVERSEAS
SMSFs buying overseas property Overseas property investment sounds exotic and exciting. Investors are buying properties...
PROJECT DO IT: Disclose offshore income today
The time to declare is running out – Act Now! These benefits are available...
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR FINANCIAL RESOLUTIONS
The new financial year is a perfect time to make some resolutions to improve your...
FRANKING CREDITS IN THE FIRING LINE
The drums are beating louder against one of the best tax breaks ever invented. And...
Improper use of trusts by property developers
The ATO has stated that there are a growing number of property developers who use...
Seven negotiating tips for first time home buyers
Inexperience as a first time buyer could cost you thousands! The art of negotiating with...
A Good Time to be a Business Buyer
Planning to buy a business?? You couldn’t have asked for better timing
ASIC Guide to Effective Disclosure in an Operating and Financial Review
ASIC has released a helpful regulatory guide that assists listed company director’s in preparing the...
Accountants and Advisors 101
Optima Partners are an experienced and innovative accounting and business advisory firm, with a highly...
Officers of Corporate Charities Get ‘Switched Off’
  We are all now aware that the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission (ACNC) has...
We Now Know What Fabulously Wealthy Means
  From 1 July 2014, Superannuation Funds in pension phase will be taxed at the...
Beware of In-House Supply Deals in SMSF Projects
People in building and construction businesses should not supply the materials used to renovated properties...

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