High Court decision has impacts for trust beneficiaries
The High Court has rejected a taxpayer’s attempt to disclaim an interest in trust income that arose as a result of a default beneficiary clause being triggered.
Family home in your partner’s name? Your home may not be protected from creditors
A recent ruling by the Federal Court has seen the ATO able to make a claim on a property owned by a spouse for unpaid taxes. This ruling could have implications for clients considered ‘at risk’ who are utilising this as an asset protection strategy.
Shining the spotlight on personal asset exposure
While adapting business operations and transitioning to new ways of working is paramount for business owners, unprecedented pressure on finances and cashflow can highlight the risks business liabilities can impose on a business owner’s personal affairs. ‘What if’ your personal assets were at risk from potential creditors or litigation? Here we shine the spotlight personal…
Got that nagging feeling you’re not getting the most from your accountant?
Your accountant should be planning strategies to improve your business, tax and personal outcomes months in advance, not just doing your tax return. Even if ‘you’re not their biggest client’ your accountant should be working proactively for you. Tax savings are made through planning, not hoping. If you don’t have a handle on your tax…