Accounting & Wealth Insights

There’s something empowering about living in this day and age – having the ability, with a few keystrokes or even a quiet word to Siri, to access.., well, anything. But it’s important to remember that what you read on the internet is not always a good basis for decision making.

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) today revealed it will be requesting a further five years’ worth of policy information from over 30 insurance companies about taxpayers who own marine vessels, thoroughbred horses, fine art, high value motor vehicles and aircraft.

If you use drop shipping for your business, GST will apply to sales of low value imported goods valued at $1,000 or less. Australian retailers should treat these sales the same as other domestic sales and apply GST at the point of sale.

A new year, a new decade… the perfect time to embrace some new resolutions that can help set you on the right path for a secure financial future. Making small behavioural changes today can create a massive difference to your financial position in years to come.

Planning for the new year ahead is often daunting. From budgets and goals to increasing productivity and adjusting business structures, it can all become a bit of a blur. But gaining clarity about your business is the best way to set solid foundations for the future.

Did you know that as of 30 June 2019 the total balance of superannuation held within Australian funds was $2.9 trillion? With so much invested, it’s crucial that you know how your fund is performing and that you are proactively managing your future wealth.

Self-managed superannuation funds (SMSF) are becoming increasingly popular and with good reason. We spoke to Cayle Petritsch, Director and Wealth Specialist, about the advantages of SMSFs and how North Advisory can help you take control of your future wealth.