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Advantages of Investing in Australian Companies that pay dividends

Dividends from Australian Companies provide greater tax benefits than similar dividends paid by overseas non-resident companies to Australian tax residents. The Australian dividend imputation system can represent an important advantage for investors when compared to the dividend taxation system of other countries, as the Australian system, essentially eliminates the double taxation of corporate profits. If […]

Have you considered buying a property through your Self Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF)

Most experts agree that property in an essential investment within an appropriate investment portfolio. However, most people who have property investment do so through large property trusts. Unfortunately, as a result of the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) many of these investments were and in some cases are still frozen and accordingly investors cannot get access […]

Avoiding the hype: 6 pragmatic tips for buying an investment property

When it comes to purchasing an investment property, you want to maximise the return on your investment and avoid being lured in by marketing gimmicks and media hype. Here are six tips for becoming a savvy property investor… Get a good rental return The first aspect you should check is whether the gross rental return […]

Your 6-Point Checklist When Buying Shares – I.S.A.D.I.V.

When you purchase shares, you’re investing in a company. So you want to invest in companies that will give you a good return on your investment without jeopardising the security of your investment capital. Here are six points to consider when selecting your shares. You’ll notice the points spell I.S.A.D.I.V. (referring to “Is a dividend”) […]

New Financial Year resolutions for small and medium businesses strategic planning

The new financial year is now here and with so many new changes on the horizon for small and medium sized businesses, it’s important to make sure that your financial goals and business resolutions are in line so that you (and your business) can have the most successful 2015 financial year.  This week we provide […]