Now that the proposed budget changes to superannuation have had time to sink in and with the end of the financial year fast approaching, SMSF trustees need to turn their attention to their funds leading up to 30 June. To ensure your money works its hardest for you, here are some strategies to consider.

As a new financial year rolls on, you might find yourself reflecting on the year gone by of your shonky savings behaviour. How did your friends manage to save and still go on their European summer holiday when they have the same financial pressures as you?

 

Regardless of whether you have an accountant or tax agent to prepare, here are some tips that will help you get the most from your 2014-15 tax return.

Making a charitable donation is not only a great way to give back to society, it can also help offset your annual tax bill. If you’re feeling a little generous, here’s how you can claim back on your charitable tax donations.

The end of the financial year is fast approaching. What does your business need to do before the end of the year? In reviewing your business before year-end, don’t forget to make sure your tax affairs are in order. Below are some tips that may help you identify tax savings and the actions you need to take before EOFY.

Ever since the Libs returned to power, the Abbott government has been looking at how to reduce spending to meet a tight budget. What isn’t as clear, however, is where those cost-cutting measures are going to come from, or what that’s going to mean for you.

Tax returns are a little bit like Christmas, they come around once a year, they involve a lot of preparation but can also prove rewarding. To business, time is running out on achieving tax savings with another financial year quickly drawing to a close. Writer Anthony Fensom, has been picking the brains of some of the RaboDirect team for their tax return insights.

It’s tax time again and the days of filling up a shoebox full of receipts and handing it over to the accountant are long gone. Ahead of June 30, prepare yourself for a happy annual return by applying this quick essential checklist