For Australian property investors, tax time is a crucial opportunity to maximise legitimate deductions and avoid costly mistakes. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) closely scrutinises rental properties, making accurate record-keeping and a clear understanding of…
If you’re carrying an Australian Taxation Office (ATO) debt there is a good chance that it will cost you even more from 1 July 2025 onwards. This is because from 1 July 2025 two types…
They’re advising from your insta and TikTok feeds, they’ve got huge followings, they speak with conviction – financial influencers or ‘finfluencers’. Please heed our caution, taking advice from unqualified sources can have serious consequences. We’re…
For decades, trust structures have been a fundamental part of the Australian financial landscape—favoured for their flexibility, tax efficiency, and asset protection benefits. But as regulatory scrutiny increases and compliance becomes more demanding, many are…
The Federal Government has proposed a new superannuation tax, Division 296, which could see individuals with large super balances paying an additional 15% tax on earnings. While not yet law, the proposed measure has generated…
Treasurer Jaclyn Symes delivered the Victorian Budget 2025/26 on 20 May 2025, achieving a $600 million operating surplus, the first since the COVID-19 pandemic. The budget delivers targeted cost-of-living relief and funds key sectors like…
The PPT team recently caught up with our new receptionist Alannah, to learn more about life outside of work, including her love for netball and hard rock bands. Here’s what she shared with us! What…
As part of our new Ask the Expert Series, Brent Olszewski from PPT Financial shares critical insights on income protection insurance, a vital tool for ensuring financial stability during uncertain times. Below, Brent answers five…
Global Google searches for the word “tariffs” skyrocketed by +900% between late January and early February 2025, reflecting heightened public interest in trade policies. Below, we explore what tariffs mean, their impacts, and the current…
On Tuesday night, Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the 2025-2026 Budget. The big-ticket item? Personal income tax cuts. While they make for a headline-grabbing announcement, the reality is a modest saving – up to $268…
