Archives for July 2020

Understanding the Current Office Markets

ACCORDING TO JLL Research, the CBD Office vacancy rate for Sydney has risen from 5.8% to 7.5% and for Melbourne, from 3.4% to 7.7% – as a direct result of COVID-19 lockdowns.

Despite the sudden increase, this surge ought not be seen as alarming. [Read more…]

Capital Works Deductions Fully Explained

UNDERSTANDING tax depreciation lingo can sometimes be confusing but as an investor, it’s important that you have a good understanding of the depreciation deductions you’re entitled to claim – to ensure you’re getting the most out of your investment property.

As outlined by the Australian Taxation Office there are two categories that comprise depreciation deductions – division 43 capital works deductions and division 40 plant and equipment depreciation.  [Read more…]

Australia’s Job Recovery Post COVID-19

DESPITE A RECENT surge in positive COVID-19 cases for Victoria, the infection rates detected by its testing blitz have remained at a very low 0.2%.

And so, that would suggest the virus is not widespread within the community.

Furthermore, there hasn’t been any marked increase in the number of cases actually requiring hospitalisation.

Half of the Job Losses to be Back by Christmas

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