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How do I avoid my kids being taxed at 66%?
Children are taxed at a much higher rate than adults, but this won’t apply to their own earnings.
- by Noel Whittaker
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Pension
We won the lottery, but lost our pension. Could we have prevented this?
Once you start spending your windfall, you may start to regain some of your lost pension. But consider yourself extremely fortunate and just enjoy the money.
- by Noel Whittaker
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Estate planning
Three things to keep in mind when planning your will
Twelve million Australians do not have a will, and 60 per cent have never given a thought to estate planning. That’s a serious situation.
- by Noel Whittaker
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I have $1.9m in my pension account. Can I add in more to save on tax?
While adding to your super once it hits the cap isn’t possible, your savings can still grow through the power of compound interest.
- by Noel Whittaker
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What’s the best way to invest half-a-million dollars in international shares?
Investing in international shares can sometimes be a headache, so it’s worth considering options closer to home.
- by Noel Whittaker
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Income tax
How landlords can avoid the ATO’s tax traps this financial year
The tax office is keeping expenditure on rental properties under the microscope. Here’s how to avoid being tripped up.
- by Noel Whittaker
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I’m retired and working as an Uber driver. Do I need to log my hours?
Keeping your affairs tax compliant can be a tangle, especially once you’re retired.
- by Noel Whittaker
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Budgeting
This tax time, it pays to remember my ‘guaranteed’ secret for wealth
In a few weeks, everybody will have a fatter pay packet because the tax rates are changing. Smart money managers will put the extra to good use.
- by Noel Whittaker
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We’re done with travel, should we shift our super into pension mode?
Shifting your super from accumulation mode to pension mode can have tax benefits, but you’ll be forced to withdraw some each year.
- by Noel Whittaker
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Tax cuts
As tax cuts loom, donating to charity shouldn’t just be for the rich
It’s not just millionaires looking to charitable giving ahead of 30 June. Here’s how you can make the most of it.
- by Noel Whittaker
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When do I need to start worrying about the $3m super tax?
If your super balance is over the $3 million mark, where it will soon be subject to higher tax, there are some key dates to be aware of.
- by Noel Whittaker