The medical field in Australia offers a wide variety of specialties, each with its own unique path, responsibilities, and rewards. For doctors, the journey from intern to consultant is long, but it can lead to a fulfilling and lucrative career. Understanding the earning potential at different stages is crucial for those deciding on a specialty
The days of deciding on a tax strategy at the start of the financial year and then forgetting about it are gone, tax planning is an important part of managing your finances and requires careful consideration and strategic decision-making. As a tax payer you must be flexible, aware and ready to pivot at the right
Navigating the path to homeownership can be particularly challenging for junior doctors, whose income is often spread thin across training fees, relocation costs, and exam fees, leaving little room for saving cash for your first home or an investment property. But with property still being one of the biggest growth asset classes in Australia Walshs
We are delighted to share the news that the Walshs team has experienced great success throughout the year, securing #60 in the Australian Financial Review Top 100 Accounting Firms and as finalists within several categories at the Australian Accounting Awards 2023 and the IFA Excellence Awards 2023. These awards recognise outstanding contributions within the financial
Structuring your home loan to get the best possible tax outcomes as a doctor is vital, considering the huge amounts you send to the tax man every year. At Walshs, we are specialists in not only securing market-leading home loans for doctors but in supporting your future wealth health. As such, we’ve created this handy
Tax planning is an essential aspect of financial management that requires careful consideration and strategic decision-making. One effective way to ensure optimal tax management is by engaging in regular tax planning meetings with your accountant at Walshs. These meetings provide a valuable opportunity to collaborate, analyse, and develop personalised strategies to navigate the complexities of
Ensuring business success requires careful planning, strategic thinking, and effective execution. Here are some key tips that can help you increase your chances of success: Top tips: Develop a clear business plan: A comprehensive business plan outlines your goals, target market, marketing strategy, financial projections, and other key aspects of your business. Understand your market:
As a doctor, you have invested a lot of time and money in your education and training, and you want to make sure that your hard-earned income is well-managed. Real estate investing is one avenue that many doctors are increasingly turning to in order to grow their wealth and create passive income. But why should
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has recently revised the fixed rate method for claiming working from home deductions. Previously, the fixed rate was 52 cents per hour and covered only running expenses for home office use. However, the new rate has been increased to 67 cents per hour and now includes additional expenses such as
HAVE YOUR AVO AND EAT IT TOO! Saving for a house deposit is the ultimate fun sponge, with many Australians sacrificing years of smashed avo to scrimp and save that hefty 20% deposit. But as a doctor, did you know Walshs has exclusive arrangements with banks to offer speciality deals for medical professionals, including 5%
