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Tax Tips & Insights
Practical tax and financial advice for Australian individuals and businesses, from the team at Golden Mane Advisory

6 Signs Your Bookkeeping Needs a Clean-Up
Six warning signs that your accounting file needs a bookkeeping clean-up before the errors reach your BAS, reports or year-end accounts.

Buying Property Through an SMSF: Rules to Understand First
Considering property through an SMSF? Understand the key compliance rules, related-party restrictions and borrowing risks before committing.

7 Bookkeeping Habits for Cleaner BAS and Better Cash Flow
Seven straightforward bookkeeping habits that make BAS preparation easier and give business owners a clearer view of cash flow.

SMSF Annual Return and Audit: A Practical Trustee Checklist
A practical checklist to help SMSF trustees prepare for the annual audit and return without the last-minute document chase.

Capital Gains Tax Changes Announced in the 2026 Australian Budget
The 2026 Federal Budget included targeted changes to the CGT discount and CGT treatment of certain assets. Here is what investors and business owners need to understand.

30% Minimum Tax on Trust Distributions: What the 2026 Budget Announced
The 2026 Federal Budget proposed a 30% minimum tax rate on trust distributions to adult beneficiaries. We break down what this means for family trusts and business structures.

What the 2026 Federal Budget Means for Negative Gearing
The 2026 Australian Federal Budget introduced significant changes to negative gearing rules. Here is what property investors need to know and how to plan ahead.
End of Financial Year Checklist for Australian Businesses
June 30 comes around fast. Use this practical checklist to make sure your business is prepared for EOFY — and positioned to minimise your tax bill.
Work From Home Tax Deductions: What You Can Claim in 2026
The ATO updated the rules for working from home deductions. Here is exactly what you can claim, how to calculate it, and what records you need to keep.
Understanding BAS: A Plain-English Guide for Small Business Owners
Business Activity Statements confuse a lot of small business owners. Here is what you actually need to know — and how to avoid the most common mistakes.
Top Tax Deductions Australians Miss Every Year
Most Australians leave money on the table at tax time. Here are the most commonly overlooked deductions you could be claiming right now.