Latest Update: 5th December 2019 – Unfortunately today the Federal Government passed the Treasury Laws Amendment (Reducing Pressure on Housing Affordability Measures) Bill 2019 into law without amendment, resulting in the scrapping of the main residence exemption for non-resident Australian expats. To read more about …
Cryptocurrency tax issues and tax planning strategies
By now, you’ve probably heard of cryptocurrencies such as the world famous bitcoin. After the sky-rocketing success of this platform, competitors like Litecoin, Ripple and Tron are quickly growing in popularity and widespread use. With the rise of cryptocurrency being used by the wider population …
Financial tips for expats returning home to Australia
Returning to Australia for good is a financial milestone for any Australian expat, but we’ve got a few financial tips to help expats returning home to expertly plan for leaving your adopted home. Plan ahead and seek advice early! This may seem obvious, but planning …
Moving overseas? Tax issues to consider
Latest Update: 5th December 2019 – Unfortunately today the Federal Government passed the Treasury Laws Amendment (Reducing Pressure on Housing Affordability Measures) Bill 2019 into law without amendment, resulting in the scrapping of the main residence exemption for non-resident Australian expats. To read more about …
Tax Brief – UK tax for Australian expats
For Australians who live in the UK, the question of residency for tax purposes is a thorny issue. One of the main reasons for this is that you could be a resident of both countries. So what exactly makes you a resident and how does …
USA tax brief for Australian expats
It is important for Australians moving to the USA for work-related purposes to understand their tax obligations to avoid stressful encounters with tax authorities in the future. In this USA tax brief for Australian expats, we shed light on the tax obligations of Australians working …
New stamp duty surcharge for foreign purchases in NSW
Are you an expat planning a sea change to tranquil New South Wales? Before signing on the dotted line for your new property, ensure you are aware of the new stamp duty rules set out in the 2017-2018 State Budget. These recent stamp duty changes …
Singapore tax brief for Australian expats
If you’re an Australian expat living in Singapore, then we’ve put together a tax brief that answers all your questions when it comes to filling out your Australian tax return. Do I need to lodge an Australian return? You will need to lodge an Australian …
Malaysia tax brief for Australian expats
If you have been looking for a job in Malaysia or have already found one and are still confused on the country’s tax structure, then worry no more. Here are the things you should know about Malaysian tax for Australian expats. Who is a resident …
New stamp duty surcharge for foreign purchases – NSW, QLD, SA, VIC
New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and Victoria states have introduced a new stamp duty surcharge for foreign purchases. Properties in these states have seen consistent increases in prices through the decade. For this reason, expat investors are in a rush to purchase any property …