Investors of all stripes need to be aware of how tax will impact future returns, as well as how tax planning can help increase and protect your wealth. ausbiz brings investors tax news impacting all asset classes including property, equities, superannuation, ETFs and cryptocurrencies.
ausbiz speaks to experts to uncover how to make the most of dividends, franking credits and credits through market cycles and as policy changes.
Investment Income
Investment income must be declared to the Australian Tax Office whether that be from interest, dividends, rent, managed investment trusts or capital gains. Investment income must be declared whether it’s paid directly to you or through a distribution for a partnership (such as a share club) or trust.
Politics & Policy
Investors need to be aware when key tax changes are made by the ATO. Every year there are changes in tax policy influenced by the economic cycle and the government of the day. ausbiz brings viewers the taxation news related to COVID-19 measures and support that must be taken into account, including early access to superannuation, cash flow boost credits to business and asset write-offs.
At the state level, tax changes are also afoot with property tax a focal point. ausbiz brings property investors the latest stamp duty news.
Tax Planning
The Australian Shareholders Association tells investors to consider the tax implications of any investment - but the ASA warns while lower tax can help your wealth grow faster, investment decisions should not be made based on tax benefits alone.
The ATO stipulates investors can claim a deduction for expenses incurred in earnings investment income, but the details are subject to change; ausbiz will keep you up-to-date with all the latest taxation news.
Tax News
The ausbiz conversation about investing goes beyond ideas and stock selection to matters that impact your ability to grow and protect your wealth including news on tax and policy. We cover taxation news you need to know to make informed decisions...and stay on the right side of the ATO.
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