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
Walshs are thrilled to announce the winner of the 2023 $10,000 Walshs Medical Bursary, Dr Luke Nottingham. The $10,000 in bursary funds will allow Dr Nottingham to take a small team of anaesthetists and anaesthetic trainees to The Colonial War Memorial Hospital in Suva, Fiji to facilitate a teaching workshop. Here they will provide additional
If you’re the indecisive type, chances are you’ll run into a more than a few confusing crossroads when buying a new home. One of the choices that may leave you scratching your head is whether to take out an interest-only loan. A what loan? According to Walshs specialist mortgage broker Donna Sutherland, an interest-only loan
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:
From home renos to humble new abodes, unlocking equity opens the door to a wealth of opportunities. If you’re a homeowner, continue reading to learn more about equity – and how you can access it to supercharge your financial status. The lowdown on equity According to Walshs mortgage broker Karen Holmes, equity is the difference
New legislation allows exemptions from paying Fringe benefits tax (FBT) on private use of electric vehicles which meet certain conditions. This article will help you make an informed decision on your next vehicle purchase, exploring the pros and cons and providing any necessary information. What is accepted…and the conditions: The first barrier to the exemption,
As a newly self-employed doctor, there are a significant number of considerations that need to be worked through, for example; registering for GST, managing practice obligations, managing tax liabilities and finding new patients. Often, growing wealth at this time can be difficult or become a low priority. When moving into private practice, you become self-employed
The Ruling On the 22nd of December, the QLD Office of State Revenue (QRO) issued a Public Ruling (Payroll Tax Ruling PTAQ000.6.1), which specifically deals with the application of payroll tax to medical centres. A link to this ruling can be found here. The intent of the ruling was to provide further guidance on the
Insurance might not always be front of mind, but it’s important to review your policies regularly to make sure you’ve got the right cover. Whatever your mix of cover — life, total and permanent disability, income protection and trauma — insurance can be an important part of protecting yourself and your family, now and into
