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The proposed 30% minimum tax on discretionary trusts may give affected family businesses another option through a fixed distribution election. But before acting, families should consider stamp duty, flexibility, succession, asset protection and the wider tax and commercial consequences.

Spending more than 183 days overseas does not automatically mean you stop being an Australian tax resident. Learn how the ATO uses passenger movement data and why your family, home, assets, employment and broader circumstances can all matter when determining tax residency.

A rising home loan can create pressure that quietly flows into a family business. Learn how to understand household cash requirements, protect business cash flow and plan sustainable owner payments without compromising tax, debt and working capital obligations.

From the 2026–27 income year, eligible Australian workers may be able to access a standard work related deduction of up to $1,000. But it is not a $1,000 refund, and keeping records may still be important when actual work related expenses are higher.

The ATO can receive detailed vehicle transaction data through its motor vehicle registries data matching program. Learn how to keep your vehicle purchase, use and tax treatment consistent and properly documented.

Dynamic PAYG Instalments could change how Australian businesses manage tax payments from 1 July 2027. Discover how more responsive PAYG instalments may improve cash flow and why accurate, up-to-date accounting data will become increasingly important.

Company having a tough year? Your tax loss may now create a cash refund. Australia's reintroduced loss carry-back rules could help eligible companies turn current tax losses into valuable cash flow, while prior tax paid and franking credits remain important considerations.

For many family business owners, tax can feel like an ongoing frustration, but often the issue isn't the tax itself. Tax isn't the problem when it is properly understood, planned for and managed as part of a broader financial strategy. The real challenge arises when tax liabilities come as a surprise, disrupt cash flow or drive poor business decisions. This article explores how proactive tax planning, appropriate structures and better financial visibility can help preserve we

Family trusts are one of Australia's most misunderstood business structures. While many people associate them with tax savings, their real value often lies in asset protection, succession planning, investment ownership and long-term flexibility. Discover how trusts work, the key roles involved, and why reviewing your structure regularly is more important than ever in a changing legislative environment.

Proposed tax reforms could have significant implications for family businesses, investors and long-term asset owners. Understanding potential capital gains tax exposures, succession planning risks and business structure opportunities now may help protect your family's wealth and future financial outcomes.