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Keep away Pests in Autumn – Superior Pest Solutions
As Queensland undergoes a seasonal transformation into Autumn, pests become more apparent than ever. While the cooler temperatures and wet weather might bring relief from the scorching heat, they also herald an uptick in pest activity. From termites seeking shelter in...
Is Tax Deductible Financial Advice Coming?
The TD2023/D4 is a draft legislation that proposes to change the way tax advice is treated in Australia. It aims to simplify the tax system and make it more transparent and fairer for taxpayers and advisers. One of the main changes is that tax advice fees may become...
Super Contribution Caps to Increase From FY24
You might find it interesting to know that, starting on July 1, 2024, the annual contribution caps for superannuation, which you may be using to save for retirement, will rise. This implies that you can increase the amount you contribute to your super and take...
Why Does Most Overtime Pay Go to Tax? (Tax Tables)
Australian tax tables are tools that help you work out how much tax to withhold from payments you make to your employees or other payees. They are based on the tax rates and thresholds for Australian residents for different income years. There are different tax tables...
Understanding Private Health Insurance in Australia
Private health insurance is divided into three areas, hospital, extras, and ambulance. Hospital cover – Treated as a private patient in a private or public hospital and can choose your own doctor, private hospitals tend to provide faster access. Extras cover – Can...
Benefits of Using a Mortgage Broker with Greatmoore Finance
It’s your choice to have choice… So why are 70% of Australian borrowers using mortgage brokers instead of going direct to their bank for finance? Good question. Below dispels some of the myths around engaging a mortgage broker and why many clients are adding a...
Understanding the Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) is a payment from the Australian Government that helps families with the cost of child care. To be eligible for CCS, you must: - Care for a child aged 13 or younger who is not attending secondary school, unless an exemption applies. - Use...
What happens when you die in Queensland without a Will?
If you die without a valid Will in Queensland, your estate will be distributed according to the rules of intestacy. This means that the law decides who gets what, and how much, from your assets and belongings. This may not reflect your wishes or the needs of your...
Understanding Super Guarantee: Ordinary Time Earnings
Understanding Super Guarantee: What You Need to Know About Ordinary Time Earnings The phrase "Super Guarantee" is often used in relation to financial planning and employment benefits. However, in spite of its importance, there appears to be an overall misunderstanding...
The New Stage 3 Tax Cuts: What You Need to Know
Australian taxpayers may be aware of the upcoming stage 3 tax cuts, which are scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2024. These tax breaks are a part of a larger tax reform programme that was first unveiled in 2018 and 2019 by the Coalition government and has since been...
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