2022 has been a tumultuous year for data breaches in Australia, particularly when it comes to protecting personal and patient data. As more and more individuals and organisations rely on electronic systems for the storage and handling of sensitive data, the potential for data breaches has increased significantly. One of the biggest data breaches of
If you’re a student doctor, chances are your first home buy won’t be your last. As one of Australia’s leading medical mortgage specialists, we know your first house isn’t likely to be your “forever home” – in reality it’ll probably be the first in a string of real estate cash cows. And wealth health, my
‘Sustainable Investing’ is one of many terms that describes the consideration of non-financial factors in investment decision making. Also known as ‘socially responsible investing’ or ‘ethical investing’, ESG investing brings a focus to environmental, social and governance factors when considering different investments. ESG continues to gain traction as a popular investment option among investors, and
We are proud to announce that Walshs has recently gained another incredible accolade having been named the winner in the category of ‘Self-Licenced Firm of the Year’ at the recent IFA Excellence Awards held on the 16th November in Sydney. These awards celebrate the best and brightest in the financial services industry nationally and we are thrilled to be
Being a Junior doctor can mean you’re income is spread thin across training fees, relocation costs and exams fees making it hard to save for a home. And with most banks requiring a 20% deposit to avoid the pricey Lender’s Mortgage Insurance (LMI), the hope of homeownership for many aspiring doctors is often a distant
With a kick-butt deposit in your coffers and strong self-employed income as a specialist medical consultant, getting a home loan should be a cinch, right? Wrong! If you’re transitioning from a hospital-employed intern to a self-employed doctor, whether that be in your own private practice or as a contracting consultant, you’ll still have to show
On the evening of Tuesday 25 October 2022, Australia’s Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, delivered the nation’s 2022-23 Budget, Labor’s first since taking office earlier this year. While the Budget features a couple of key proposals aimed at providing cost-of-living relief for young families, it had a fairly light touch in the areas of taxation, superannuation and
Balancing the books is a crucial part of running a successful business and an important part of this is ensuring you meet ATO deadlines for compliance lodgements. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) provides ‘Key Dates’ for all of the compliance lodgements. However, these deadlines can easily be overlooked by busy business owners which can create
Further to our article published a few weeks ago, ‘Queensland Land Tax Changes – Are you Affected?’, there has been some recent developments in this area. During the recent Prime Ministers National Cabinet Meeting in Canberra, it is reported that the Premier learned that the other states were not going to provide assistance as
If you’re considering a move into private practice, the process can certainly be a daunting prospect. There are many decisions to make, including the navigation of any financial pitfalls and long term planning to ensure financial success. Whether it’s starting with the right business structure, finding funding to establish your rooms, or protecting your growing
