Practical accounting, tax and business advisory insights for Melbourne, Sydney and Gold Coast owners – SMSF, BAS, compliance and growth strategies.

Foreign Resident Capital Gains Withholding Guide: Selling Property in Melbourne, Sydney & the Gold Coast (2026)

By |2026-06-02T20:07:48+10:0002/06/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Imagine standing in a solicitor's office in Sydney on settlement day in early 2026, expecting a full payout for your investment property, only to...

Preparing Your Small Business for End-of-Year BAS Compliance: A Melbourne & Gold Coast Checklist 2026

By |2026-06-02T09:57:05+10:0002/06/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|

Ensure your small business meets all BAS compliance requirements for 2026 with our comprehensive end-of-year checklist tailored for Melbourne and Gold Coast businesses. Stay audit-ready and optimise your tax planning with Gartly Advisory.

Top Tax Planning Tips for Caravan Park Operators in Melbourne: 2026 Edition

By |2026-06-01T09:56:49+10:0001/06/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|

Discover expert tax planning tips tailored for Melbourne caravan park operators in 2026. Learn how to reduce tax risk, improve cash flow, and ensure compliance with Gartly Advisory's strategic advice.

By |2026-05-31T17:28:15+10:0031/05/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: |

Welcome to the first Advisory Report Podcast In this episode of Geoff’s Advisory Podcast, we look at rental properties and the ATO’s “traffic light” approach to tax claims — what’s green, what’s amber, and what is likely to flash red. Rental property tax can look simple, but the ATO is paying close attention to common mistakes: over-claiming interest, claiming private or capital costs as repairs, forgetting to apportion expenses, claiming travel incorrectly, and not keeping proper records. The ATO’s rental property guidance makes it clear that expenses must be connected to earning rental income, and that some claims must be [...] READ MORE

How to Set Up an ATO Payment Plan: A Reassuring Guide for Melbourne and Sydney Business Owners

By |2026-05-28T20:07:16+10:0028/05/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Last Tuesday, a boutique owner in Sydney sat staring at a $32,000 BAS debt, feeling the heavy weight of potential penalties. It's a common story; the...

Tax Deductions Checklist for Small Business 2026: A Melbourne & Sydney Guide

By |2026-05-26T20:08:38+10:0026/05/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Last July, a retail business owner in Melbourne's South Yarra realised she'd missed over A$4,350 in legitimate claims simply because she wasn't aware...

Strategic Tax Planning for Franchise Owners in Australia: Maximising Profit and Minimising Risk in 2026

By |2026-05-26T09:57:23+10:0026/05/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|

Discover expert strategies for tax planning tailored to Australian franchise owners in 2026. Learn how to maximise profits, minimise tax risks, and ensure compliance with Gartly Advisory's professional guidance.

How to Prepare Your SMSF for a 2026 ATO Audit: Essential Steps for Trustees

By |2026-05-25T09:56:08+10:0025/05/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|

Ensure your SMSF is audit-ready in 2026 with our comprehensive guide. Discover essential steps for trustees to comply with ATO requirements, reduce audit risks, and maintain peace of mind.

Small Business Exit Planning in Melbourne: An Anonymised End-to-End Case Study

By |2026-05-22T09:57:13+10:0022/05/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|

Discover a detailed anonymised case study on small business exit planning in Melbourne, covering restructure, valuation, tax and CGT strategies, timing, and pre-sale preparation to maximise your business sale outcome.

Small Business Accountant Gold Coast: Your Guide to Finding a Trusted Partner in 2026

By |2026-05-21T20:07:22+10:0021/05/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , |

What if the person managing your books was actually the secret weapon behind your next 15% increase in profit margins? According to 2024 industry...

Outsourced CFO vs In-House CFO in Australia: Costs, Service Levels & ROI for SMEs

By |2026-05-20T09:56:57+10:0020/05/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|

Discover the key differences between hiring an outsourced CFO versus an in-house CFO for Australian SMEs. Explore pricing bands, service levels, ROI, and decision criteria tailored for your business needs.

How to Get an ABN for My New Business: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2026

By |2026-05-15T14:08:24+10:0007/05/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

What if that 11-digit number you're chasing is more than just a registration requirement? It's actually the foundation of your professional identity....

Division 293 Tax Explained Simply: A 2026 Guide for High Income Earners

By |2026-05-15T14:08:22+10:0005/05/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , |

Last October, a client we'll call David opened his mail to find an unexpected A$4,850 tax bill from the ATO, nearly four months after he thought his...

Downsizer Contribution Rules 2026: A Plain-English Guide for Australians

By |2026-05-15T14:08:21+10:0030/04/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , |

What if the family home you’ve lived in for a decade wasn't just a place of memories, but a tax-effective A$300,000 boost to your retirement...

Late Tax Return Help for Business: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Back on Track

By |2026-05-15T14:08:19+10:0028/04/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Last Tuesday morning, a Melbourne business owner sat at his kitchen table staring at a three year backlog of BAS statements while his phone buzzed...

What Happens in an ATO Tax Audit? A Guide for Melbourne Business Owners

By |2026-05-15T14:08:18+10:0023/04/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Last Tuesday morning, a business owner in South Yarra opened their email to find a formal notification from the Australian Taxation Office that...

SMSF Compliance Checklist 2026: A Practical Guide for Australian Trustees

By |2026-05-15T14:08:16+10:0021/04/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Did you know that a single administrative oversight in your self-managed super fund could trigger a tax penalty as high as 47%? For many Australian...

Asset Protection Strategies for Business Owners: Safeguarding Your Wealth in 2026

By |2026-05-19T19:11:57+10:0016/04/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights, Estate Planning, Taxation & Tax Advice|Tags: , , , , , , |

Imagine waking up to a legal notice that puts a A$1.2 million claim on your family home because of a contract dispute in your business you didn't see...

Managing Business Debt Advice: A Strategic Guide for Melbourne SMEs

By |2026-05-15T14:08:13+10:0014/04/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Last Tuesday, a local Melbourne wholesaler sat in our office after spending three nights staring at an ATO portal showing A$85,400 in overdue tax....

How to Value a Small Business for Sale: The 2026 Melbourne Owner’s Guide

By |2026-05-15T14:08:11+10:0009/04/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights, Capital Gains Tax (CGT), Exit Planning|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

A 2024 industry report suggests that 34% of Australian business owners undervalue their company by as much as 25% simply because they don't know how...

ATO Taxation Statistics 2022-23: Individual Income Tax Revenue Trends for Melbourne & Sydney Professionals

By |2026-05-15T13:29:28+10:0007/04/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

What if the very deductions you rely on to lower your tax bill are the exact same ones flagging your return for an ATO audit this year? It's a common...

Quarterly Business Performance Review: A Strategic Guide for Melbourne & Sydney Owners

By |2026-05-15T13:38:19+10:0006/04/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , |

What if the most valuable hours you spend this year aren't dedicated to chasing new leads, but to pausing and looking at your own data? Many...

Understanding Profit and Loss Statements: A Guide for Melbourne and Sydney Business Owners

By |2026-05-15T13:38:14+10:0003/04/2026|Categories: Accounting & Business Insights|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Why does your business bank account show a healthy balance when your tax return suggests you're barely breaking even? If you've ever felt blind to...

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