Maximising Your Granny Flat

A granny flat can increase a property’s overall rental yield, writes
Shukri Barbara, but investors need to be familiar with the tax implications

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Interest - When is it deductable?

For most geared investors, interest is generally the largest deductible claimed
against rental income.  This article by Shukri appeared in the December 2011 issue of Smart Property Investment Magazine.

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Education - Getting your true money's worth...

You may not be able to claim tax deductions for some property courses.  This article by Shukri Barbara appeared in www.spionline.com.au - September 2011 edition.

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A question of ownership

There are several options when it comes to structuring the ownership of your investment property, writes Shukri Barbara in Spionline Magazine.  Click here to read more.

Creating The Ideal Portfolio - How To Buy Multiple Properties

Shukri will be speaking at Creating The Ideal Portfolio - How To Buy Multiple Properties on February 24.

Consequences of Death - Property & Capital Gains

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Tax Considerations When Buying Property – an introduction

When I started to jot down some brief tax information on buying property my first thoughts were "buyer beware"... read more.

What's deductible & What's not for Property Investors?

Below is a list of items which you can claim as a deduction against rental income for this year. Further below is a list of items which are not deductible, usually questioned by ATO... read more.

Don't let your share structure trip you up

Many companies have different classes of shares but when it comes time to sell, this share structure might be an impediment... read more.

Business scruples - Business valuations

How do I know how much my business is really worth? We’ve been talking to a new investor and are starting to doubt our assumptions about its value... read more.

Are you the only 'normal' person at your office?

Ever wondered why you're the only 'normal' one at your office? Better understanding your behavioural profile, those of your colleagues and customers can help break down communication barriers and help you achieve results... read more.

Are Property Investment Seminar Expenses Tax Deductible?

With the huge opportunities in the investment property market at the moment, many people attend seminars to learn more about how to invest and generally educate themselves on how to create wealth... read more.

10 Secrets of a Winning Business

Every day business owners ask the question 'what makes a great business and what do I need to do to move from good to great... read more.

How to Sell your Business

People go into business for many reasons. Most notable amongst them is to sell out at a profit or at large enough price to ... read more .

Price & Value

You are looking to buy a small business. You see something you are intersted in: right industry, right location but it is the right...read more .

Are you entitled to GST Refund?

If your customers prepay you for your services and are not entitled to a refund if they ultimately don't take up the service, then ... read more .

Buying a business: More than just the sale price

If you thought reaching an agreement on price are difficult, wait until you get the the fine details of buing or selling a buisness. So you've reach an agreement on ... read more.  

Christmas in July? The ups and downs of Christmas marketing

The Christmas decorations stared going up in shops just after Father's Day in September. If it gets any earlier we'll be experiencing ... read more.  

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Information Seminars for property investors.

How important is proper structuring including Self Managed Super Fund in creating wealth and ... keeping it? – It is not whether you can do it – It is HOW can you do it PROPERLY?

In this limited opportunity, Senior Tax advisor Chris Batten will present a very informative and entertaining session with a cast of humorous characters that will be introduced to keep it simple. He will also provide attendees with valuable guidance on the latest developments with insight into what the ATO and State Revenue Office will and won’t allow

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