'Tax-effective' no more?

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Use of Australia's 13-month prepayment rule for immediate tax benefit is discussed. The rule enables a business or an investor to claim an immediate tax deduction for services or some types of spending that is to occur during the next 13 months.

Author: Drum, Paul
Cover Story

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Investing for children

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Investing for children can be difficult because the Australian government taxes children's earned income over $416 at the maximum rate. Tips for market investments, insurance bonds, friendly societies and family trusts are discussed.

Author: Owen, Elizabeth
Finance, Children, Savings, Gifts to minors

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Ethical investing

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This article offers tips on how investors can manage socially responsible investments. Topics addressed include the performance of socially responsible funds and the ethical standards that apply to this type of investment.

Author: Owen, Elizabeth
Financial Management, Evaluation, Ethical aspects, Investors, Socially responsible investments

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Subjects list: Australia, Taxation
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