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Welcome to The Property Accountant blog, your source for insights on simplifying property accounting and financial management. Explore expert articles and resources to help streamline your property investment processes and maximize returns.

Revenue vs Capital Property Expenses. How to Claim Correctly?
Capital Gains & Taxation
12 December 2025

Revenue vs Capital Property Expenses. How to Claim Correctly?

Understand the difference between revenue and capital property expenses, avoid ATO compliance risks, and position your investment for stronger long-term tax efficiency.

Property Purchase Costs and CGT: Maximise Your Cost Base in Australia
Capital Gains & Taxation
08 December 2025

Property Purchase Costs and CGT: Maximise Your Cost Base in Australia

Learn how stamp duty, legal fees, inspections, and loan costs can increase your cost base and reduce future CGT. Boost long-term tax savings with smart planning.

What Is Capital Gains Tax and How Does It Work? A CGT Guide.
Capital Gains & Taxation
01 December 2025

What Is Capital Gains Tax and How Does It Work? A CGT Guide.

Learn how Capital Gains Tax works for Australian property investors, including CGT discounts, cost base rules, exemptions, and strategies to minimise your tax when selling.

How to Avoid Overcapitalising on a Rental Property
Property Accounting
22 November 2025

How to Avoid Overcapitalising on a Rental Property

Avoid costly mistakes in your rental property investment. Find out how to manage improvements wisely and protect long-term profitability and success.

Do You Need a Property Accountant for Your Investment Property?
Property Accounting
15 November 2025

Do You Need a Property Accountant for Your Investment Property?

Learn why a property accountant for your investment property can save you thousands in tax and provide lasting peace of mind at tax time.

Positive Gearing vs Negative Gearing: Which Strategy Wins?
Property Accounting
30 October 2025

Positive Gearing vs Negative Gearing: Which Strategy Wins?

Deciding between positive and negative gearing? Explore the pros and cons of each strategy to find out which one aligns best with your property investment goals.

How to Save on Capital Gains Tax When Selling Property Successfully
Accounting Solutions
08 May 2025

How to Save on Capital Gains Tax When Selling Property Successfully

Selling a property? Learn how to cut down on capital gains tax with tax offsets, deductible expenses, and strategic holding periods.

Property Investment Checklist for Australian Investors
Accounting Solutions
08 May 2025

Property Investment Checklist for Australian Investors

Follow this comprehensive checklist to assess finances, set investment goals, and choose the best financing options for property investment in Australia.

Top Property Investment Mistakes You'll Want to Avoid Completely
Accounting Solutions
02 May 2025

Top Property Investment Mistakes You'll Want to Avoid Completely

Don't make the same mistakes others do. From bad loan setups to missing tax benefits, here's what to avoid to keep your money safe and growing.

 Property Tax 101: Key Facts Every Investor Should Know
Accounting Solutions
02 May 2025

Property Tax 101: Key Facts Every Investor Should Know

Confused about property tax? Learn what Aussie investors need to know like depreciation, capital gains and deductions to stay compliant and maximise returns.

Top 4 Property Accounting Software Solutions in Australia
Property Accounting
26 Mar 2025

Top 4 Property Accounting Software Solutions in Australia

We will explore the top 4 property accounting solutions that are revolutionising the way investors, property managers & mortgage brokers handle their finances

Top 6 Real Estate Accounting Software for Australia
Accounting Solutions
10 Mar 2025

Top 6 Real Estate Accounting Software for Australia

As a property investor managing multiple properties, I know how crucial it is to have the right accounting, finance and document management process and tools

Negative Gearing: What It Is & How It Really Works?
Accounting Solutions
1 Mar 2025

Negative Gearing: What It Is & How It Really Works?

Explore how negative gearing affects property investors in Australia. See benefits, drawbacks, tax policy insights, and if this strategy matches your goals.

How to Calculate Capital Gains Tax on Property in Australia Easily
Accounting Solutions
31 Mar 2025

How to Calculate Capital Gains Tax on Property in Australia Easily

Well, if I have to discuss the most popular wealth-building strategies in Australia, a single day would not be enough.