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John De Blonk Smith
Sep 180 min read


Key tax insights - June 2025
Our recent takes on tax: key insights on the Bendel decision, Division 7A, franking credits, ATO tax debts, and EOFY social media "hacks."
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 163 min read


Family Law Changes Address the Financial Effects of Family Violence
New family law amendments have passed, recognising the financial effects of family violence and aiming to simplify property and financial matters.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 161 min read


What is the best tax structure to hold investments?
Choosing the right structure to hold your investments is crucial. We explore the pros and cons of discretionary trusts versus companies.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 162 min read


Superannuation planning options - 2024 Year
As 30 June approaches, here's a summary of the current superannuation rules to help you with your end-of-financial-year planning.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 165 min read


Working from home deduction from July 2022 to June 2023
The ATO has new guidelines for claiming running expenses while working from home. Here's what you need to know about the revised fixed-rate method.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 161 min read


Electric vehicles to be exempt from FBT
Legislation has passed to make electric vehicles exempt from FBT. Here's a summary of the new law and what it means for employees and employers.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 162 min read


Your Guide to Superannuation top-ups for June 2022
Thinking of topping up your super before EOFY? Here's a guide to the 2022 superannuation contribution rules, caps, and important deadlines.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 167 min read


ATO Draft Ruling – Death Knell for Family Trusts?
Is the ATO's new draft ruling (TR 2022/D1) the death knell for family trusts? We break down what the proposed changes mean for trustees.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 162 min read


How property settlements could be impacted by proposed tax rules for trusts.
The ATO has proposed new tax rules for family trusts. Discover how these changes could retrospectively impact the value of a matrimonial property pool.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 162 min read


Director ID’s – What you need to know now
As of November 2021, all Australian company directors are required to have a unique Director ID. Here's what you need to know to get prepared.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 161 min read


How COVID-19 tax concessions can affect a matrimonial property settlement?
COVID-19 tax concessions can create challenges for business valuations in a matrimonial property settlement. Here's what you need to consider.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 162 min read


Are you aware of the tax changes affecting companies and trusts?
Significant tax changes have impacted companies and trusts. It may be time to review your group structure. Here's what you need to know
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 162 min read


Super Fund Choice Rules Are Changing for Employers
The process for handling employee super is changing. Learn about the new 'stapled super fund' rules and your obligations as an employer from Nov 1.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 162 min read


How to obtain Superannuation information for family law proceedings.
New legislation has passed to improve the identification of superannuation assets in family law proceedings using information held by the ATO
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 161 min read


A New Financial Year and a New Set of Changes
A new financial year brings changes to super and tax. We cover what's new and offer tips to give your business a financial advantage.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 162 min read


Professional Firm Profits - ATO Compliance Approach
The ATO has issued new draft guidelines on the allocation of profits by professional firms. Here's what you need to know about their compliance approach.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 161 min read


Superannuation planning options before 30 June 2021
Time to top up your super? Here's a summary of the superannuation contribution rules and planning options to consider before 30 June 2021.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 167 min read


COVID-19 Business Valuations – Glass Half Empty Or Half Full?
How has COVID-19 impacted the valuation of a family business? We explore the longer-term effects and the key questions to ask.
John De Blonk Smith
Sep 152 min read
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