Tax returns can be complicated enough, but throw a rental property into the mix and things can get just that more complex. Mitch McKeown and Ricky Caldow, Directors at the Bongiorno Group, explores the essentials of preparing tax returns for rental properties, with an emphasis on the accurate reporting of ownership percentages, rental income, and deductible expenses. Key topics include the importance of genuine availability for rent, proper documentation, and the impact of property depreciation. They also highlight how positive vs negative gearing affects tax outcomes.

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If you’re concerned where your money is going each month, it’s important to create a detailed budget. That’s according to the Bongiorno Group’s Director Vanessa Smith and Financial Consultant, Matt Homewood. . That’s one of the essentials of financial planning, a process in which you should spend considerable time on determining your short and long-term goals. It includes a meticulous review of your spending habits, prioritising repayment of debts, and ultimately aiming for a budget surplus.

The Money Doctors is proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group, the preferred tax and accounting partner for the Australian Medical Association Victoria and the Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch.

For more information, please call 03 9863 3111 or visit https://bongiorno.com.au/

This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product Disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product.

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There’s no one-size-fits-all lodgement date for tax returns for individuals and businesses. The Bongiorno Group’s Director Nick Fennessy Director and Tax Manager Chantelle Turner explain the different rules and tax deadlines, as well as quarterly PAYG instalments which are based on the previous year's tax payable. Failure to prepay can result in a catch-up payment requirement. A tax professional clarifies key dates, allows for extended lodgement and payment deadlines, and ensures the tax return is completed accurately.

The Money Doctors is proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group, the preferred tax and accounting partner for the Australian Medical Association Victoria and the Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch.

For more information, please call 03 9863 3111 or visit https://bongiorno.com.au/

This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product Disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product.

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