Middle market businesses denied much needed tax relief in State Budget Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas handed down the State Budget 2024-25, his 10th budget, on the afternoon of 7 May. With an increased deficit of $2.2bn now projected for the 2024-25 financial year, and the state’s net debt expected to blow out to almost $188bn […]
The new Federal Government rules will disproportionately affect the middle market, potentially strengthening big business. The rewriting of the merger rules will impact the exit options of private mid-sized businesses that have often been built from the ground up by family entrepreneurs. Under the new rules, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission will oversee planned […]
I have a background as a litigation lawyer. I can honestly say that the bulk of the legal profession were courteous and supportive compared to the inherent conflict I have experienced at almost every level of the property, development and construction industry. This is even more incongruous when I factor the symbiotic nature of the […]
Key points: Victoria is the only state where new business starts have declined from 2021 levels Government policies, labour market shortages and supply chain dynamics significant factors affecting productivity Removal of stamp duty exemptions, Foreign Buyers Duty and increase in payroll tax contributing to an unfavourable business climate Victoria risks losing even more business investment […]
In April 2024, Treasury released for comment exposure draft legislation (see here) seeking to introduce income tax concessions for Build-to-rent property developments to give effect to a Federal Budget announcement made on 9 May 2023. The proposed concessions consist of a capital works deduction rate of 4% per year and a reduced withholding tax rate […]
Handing over a business to your children takes a long time and can be emotionally draining but when executed well, it is rewarding for you and reassuring for those involved in the business including family, staff, customers and suppliers. Social media would have you believe presenting your son or daughter with the keys to your […]
This is the third iteration of the Pitcher Partners Motor Industry Services – Australian Listed Dealer Comparison. Gain insight into the three listed motor dealer groups and explore how economic constraints and improved supply chain issues affected them. This report covers: 2023 results and 2023/24 outlook Current market conditions The industry at a glance
Productivity growth of 1% doesn’t seem like much. It’s the sort of target that feels approachable without the need for wholesale change. But what seems like a marginal improvement can deliver in a big way for individual companies and the wider economy. In terms of labour productivity – which is what the Reserve Bank and […]
You could be ‘parked’ with a $300,000 FBT liability if you don’t take the time to consider it. Under FBT rules, if an employer provides car parking to an employee, either at their own premises, at a parking facility or leased car park near their place of employment, there may be a potential FBT liability. […]
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