How to legally save tax on property investment with Adrian Raftery

About this episode

This episode discusses legal tax-saving strategies for property investors with tax adviser Adrian Raftery.

As a property investor, you may already know the usual tax breaks for properties, like negative gearing, but did you know there are ways to boost your cash flow and tax deductions? 'Mr Taxman' Dr Adrian Raftery author and tax adviser joins Associate Editor, James Kirby in this episode. In today’s show we cover: The benefits of using a PAYG withholding variation Strategies for claiming depreciation What’s deductible and what isn't? Repairs vs Improvements on the holiday rental Please note: this episode was recorded before the recent Federal Budget; check current rules given the slated 2027 changes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: James Kirby

Guest: Adrian Raftery

Topics covered

• property investment
• tax deductions
• cash flow
• depreciation
• Federal Budget changes

Keywords

• tax breaks
• negative gearing
• PAYG withholding variation
• deductible expenses
• holiday rental

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mr Taxman, The Australian

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