by Investment Plus Accounting Group | Oct 19, 2025 | Small Business, Small Business Tips
The Christmas season is one of the busiest and most important times of the year for business owners. For some, it means record sales and long trading hours; for others, it means closing the doors for a well-deserved break. Either way, the lead-up to Christmas brings...
by Investment Plus Accounting Group | Oct 19, 2025 | Deeming Rates, Retirement Planning
Five years after being cut to historic lows during the COVID-19 pandemic, deeming rates have now increased — impacting how the government calculates your income from financial assets. This change could affect how much age pension or other Centrelink income support you...
by Investment Plus Accounting Group | Oct 19, 2025 | Offset accounts, Property Loans
As the Australian housing market continues to evolve, property investors are increasingly exploring strategic financial tools to optimise their investment returns and manage loan repayments. Two common features attached to home and investment loans in Australia—offset...
by Investment Plus Accounting Group | Oct 19, 2025 | 5 % Deposit Scheme, First Home Buyers
The Australian Government 5% Deposit Scheme (previously known as the Home Guarantee Scheme) is a federal initiative that enables eligible first home buyers to purchase a property with a minimum deposit of 5 %, by having the government act as guarantor for a portion...
by Investment Plus Accounting Group | Sep 28, 2025 | Investment Property, Property Rental Tips
The Australian property market continues to attract a wide range of investors — from seasoned landlords to first-time buyers dipping their toes into the world of rental income. But one of the most important decisions every property investor must face is: Should I...
