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Budget Changes for Investors

Budget 2026: The Big Tax Changes Property Investors Need to Understand The Federal Government’s proposed changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax (CGT) are some of the biggest tax reforms property investors have seen...

Tyron Hyde

28 May, 2026

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Special Strata Levies: The Hidden Tax Opportunity Most Investors Miss

Do you own an investment property in a strata building? At some point — especially as the building ages — you’re likely to get hit with a special strata levy. We’re talking about one-off payments...

Tyron Hyde

21 April, 2026

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How to calculate capital gains tax on property

Whether you’re new to the property investment game or a savvy investor with an already growing investment portfolio, understanding how capital gains tax (CGT) works is crucial. If overlooked or missed, it can easily cost...

Tyron Hyde

24 July, 2025

Commercial Property DepreciationCommercial Property Depreciation

Claiming Hotel and Motel Tax Depreciation 

As a hotel or motel owner, you could be missing out on thousands of dollars in cash flow each year by not claiming tax depreciation, a powerful but also overlooked strategy in the hospitality industry. ...

Tyron Hyde

3 June, 2025

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Cash is King – Insights from Australia’s Richest Man

Ever dreamt of running your business from a tropical paradise while still learning from the titans of industry? Well, that’s exactly what I did. Hi, I’m a long-time Business Blueprint member and the proud owner...

Tyron Hyde

20 February, 2025

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Understanding Scrapping Schedules for Property

Renovating your investment property doesn’t just boost its appeal—it also opens the door to significant tax savings. At Washington Brown, your scrapping schedule will become a true “game changer” when completed by a professional. With...

Tyron Hyde

18 December, 2024

Commercial Property DepreciationCommercial Property Depreciation

Instant Asset Write-Off: How to Claim

Claim Instant Asset Write-Off For Office Fit-out If you’ve been dreaming about upgrading your office, there’s no better time to do it than now. With the Instant Asset Write-Off still on the table, you can...

Tyron Hyde

2 December, 2024

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Negative Gearing – Strategies for Improvement

Here we go again – negative gearing is dominating the news. Where were all the naysayers when the RBA cash rate was at 0.1% (from 2020 to 2022) and more investors were positively geared? House...

Tyron Hyde

16 October, 2024

Investment Property DepreciationInvestment Property Depreciation

Investing in Serviced Apartments: What You Need to Know

Every property investment carries a risk. In the case of specialty properties, the property investment basics won’t cut it. These are the pros and cons of investing in serviced apartments. When it comes to building...

Tyron Hyde

6 July, 2024

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