This article was first published in The West Australian. Key points The median age for divorce continues to rise, bringing with it complex financial concerns Those with a self-managed superannuation fund can face complicated asset division Advisers can provide valuable support in navigating the intricacies of divorce and SMSFs As anyone who has faced the […]
As the financial year draws to a close, it’s a smart opportunity to maximise your super contributions. Private Wealth Partner Jordan Kennedy sits down with Family Advisory Partner Louise Meijer to discuss how to leverage superannuation caps to your benefit while going in-depth into the constraints to consider. If you never understood the particulars of superannuation, this is […]
Welcome to Pitcher Perspective, where we take you beyond the numbers and go in-depth on the current issues affecting Australian businesses, families and individuals. It’s that time of the year again, where we begin to focus on year-end tax planning. To take us through the numerous tax strategies available, Private Wealth Partner Jordan Kennedy sits […]
Legislation making the General Interest Charge (“GIC”) and Shortfall Interest Charge (“SIC”) non-deductible from 1 July 2025 has now passed both houses of Parliament and is set to impact taxpayers with tax liabilities that are overdue or arise due to tax shortfalls. Taxpayers should carefully consider the effects of the new measure. In particular, taxpayers […]
Pitcher Partners has made a submission to the ATO to Draft Taxation Determination TD 2025/D2. The Draft TD relates to the application of section 109R in Division 7A where the ATO provide their view that section 109R can apply to disregard a repayment of a Division 7A loan where the borrower obtains a new loan […]
The ATO has now formalised its views on repayments of Division 7A loans where new loans are subsequently made indirectly via other entities. A specific anti–avoidance provision in Division 7A disregards repayments of loans in circumstances where the borrower obtains a new loan from the same company. As a result, the original loan remains unpaid […]
Key points: Automated payroll compliance tools offer convenience but can leave businesses exposed to legal and reputational risks The new wage theft laws, effective from January 1, 2025, impose severe penalties on employers who deliberately underpay employees Expert analysis is crucial for businesses with complex compliance obligations Underpayment scandals have been rife in recent years […]
Our very own Stuart Dall, a Partner at Pitcher Partners Melbourne, joined Victorian Chamber Chief Executive Paul Guerra and York Park Group’s Sean Sammon for a deep dive into the tax system, the political landscape and what business really wants from the next federal government. Stuart offers a candid and compelling look at why meaningful […]
In this episode, Pitcher Partners Sydney Private Wealth Partners, Jordan Kennedy and Martin Fowler unpack the complexities of American politics and economics, from the Trump administration to the impacts of US tariffs on the global market. Visit our Pitcher Perspective podcast library
Inventory levels, interest rates, diminishing demand and inflation have all made Q1 2025 a tough quarter for dealers. There are few manufacturers or franchises who are not experiencing the impact of a supply push market. We are seeing the return to pre-pandemic levels of discounting, incentives and subverted finance. Pitcher Partners’ Australian Market Vehicle Facts […]
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