Regulation

Regulation

Accountants reducing clients' risk when investing in property

The rise of SMSF investment into residential property, 17.2 per cent in the 12 months to 31 March, 2014, has created a...

28 August 2014 • By Bill Nikolouzakis

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PwC calls for reforms to employee share legislation

The federal government should repeal the 2009 employee share legislation as soon as possible as the current tax rules...

26 August 2014 • By Staff Reporter

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CAANZ, IPA warn firms on succession

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) have both warned...

21 August 2014 • By Michael Masterman

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ATO outlines rules for bitcoin

The ATO has delivered guidance on the tax treatment of bitcoin and other crypto-currencies within the current...

21 August 2014 • By Michael Masterman

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Accountants unprepared for regulation change

Less than 50 per cent of accountants have begun preparing for the end of the accountants’ exemption, an industry poll...

19 August 2014 • By Michael Masterman

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Lawyers warn of 'increased litigation risk' for accountants

Financial services law firm, Halsey Legal Services, has warned accountants they may face significantly increased...

07 August 2014 • By Michael Masterman

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ATO issues capital gains warning

The ATO has warned against using trusts to return the proceeds from property developments as capital gains instead of...

29 July 2014 • By Michael Masterman

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ASIC crack down on licensees

ASIC has cancelled eight Australian financial services (AFS) licenses, including one held by Accountants Plus Pty Ltd,...

24 July 2014 • By Staff Reporter