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Victoria’s Strata Commission Debate Enters a New Phase
20 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Victoria’s owners corporation sector has moved into a new stage of reform after the state government released its response to an expert review of the Owners Corporations Act 2006. While the review recommended stronger controls over payments and benefits linked to owners corporation managers, including commission-style arrangements, the government has stopped short of an immediate ban and will undertake further analysis before deciding how far the changes should go. - read more
Direct vs Broker: What Youi’s SME Insurance Shift Means
20 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Youi’s latest comments to the federal parliamentary inquiry into small business insurance have put a practical question back in front of Australian sole traders and small operators: is cheaper, simpler direct insurance always better, or does advice still matter when business risks become more complex? - read more
Tax Audit Cover Demand Rises as ATO Focus Sharpens
20 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Australian small business owners are showing growing interest in tax audit insurance as the Australian Taxation Office increases compliance attention across several sectors, including professional services. For freelancers, consultants and sole traders, the trend is a timely reminder that tax administration is not just a bookkeeping task; it is a business risk that can create real financial pressure if an enquiry lands at the wrong time. - read more
What a Softer Insurance Market Could Mean for Personal Trainers
20 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia’s commercial insurance market has moved into a more favourable phase for many business buyers in the first half of 2026, with industry reporting pointing to stronger insurer appetite, broader capacity and easing pressure across several key classes. For personal trainers, fitness instructors and small studio operators, the message is not that cover is suddenly simple or cheap. - read more
What the Lead Generation Crackdown Could Mean for Life Cover
20 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
A fresh policy debate is emerging over how Australians are introduced to financial products, including life insurance. The Federal Government has been considering tighter controls on lead generation after concerns about poor conduct in parts of the financial services market, including the collapses of Shield and First Guardian. The life insurance sector is now warning that an overly broad crackdown could unintentionally make it harder for everyday households to find suitable cover. - read more
Tax Reform Split Puts Landlords on Alert
20 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Australian property investors are facing a fresh round of uncertainty after Finder’s latest RBA survey found economists and market specialists divided on whether proposed negative gearing and capital gains tax changes will meaningfully help first-home buyers. For landlords, the more practical question is not only whether buyer competition shifts, but how these policy settings may affect rental supply, tenant demand, cash flow and portfolio risk. - read moreThe information on this website is general in nature and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Consider seeking personal advice from a licensed adviser before acting on any information.
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