Investing in Commercial Property

Investing in commercial property offers unique benefits and challenges, from higher yields and bespoke leases to tax considerations. Bartons’ Director Chris Waples and Senior Manager Matt Baczyk discuss the differences between commercial and residential properties.    Although commercial has distin…

Tax Time 2025: What the ATO is looking for?

As the ATO ramps up scrutiny for the 2025 tax season, Bartons’ Senior Manager Matt Baczyk and Senior Accountant Mitch Tucker explore the key areas under review. They include home office deductions, rental property claims, Airbnb and holiday home income, side hustles, cryptocurrency transactions, an…

Alert – ATO Debt will cost more from 1 July 2025 – act now!

From 1 July 2025, interest charges imposed by the ATO will no longer be tax deductible. Adam McCann, Director at Bartons, is joined by Chartered Accountant Matt Baczyk and Finance Broker Nicholas Elmassih to unpack what this change means for individuals, businesses, and companies with outstanding o…

Super SA for Senior Doctors: Q&A with Dr Paul Allcock

There are significant financial advantages for South Australian doctors of Super SA’s Triple S scheme – if it’s used strategically. In this episode, Dr Paul Allcock is joined by Bartons Director Adam McCann and Director and Head of Strategic Advice, Adrian Guarino to unpack how medical professional…

Budget 2025: Key Takeouts

Treasurer Dr Jim Chalmers delivered his fourth Budget this year with an eye firmly fixed on an approaching election. After two years of surpluses, Australia is heading back into deficit, with billions in red ink forecast ahead. But what does it mean for your taxes, business, and superannuation? And…

Fundamentals of Investing in Shares

Have you thought about investing in shares but you’re unsure whether it’s the right investment? Or, perhaps you simply confused with how to do so. Chris Waples and Chris Zucker of Bartons offer an overview of share investments, which historically provide higher long-term returns compared to other a…

First Home Super Saver Scheme: A Smart Way to Save for Your First Home?

It’s tougher now than ever for younger Australians to get their foot in the property market. To help those looking to purchase their first home, the government has introduced the First Home Super Saver (FHSS) Scheme, which allows those eligible to make personal voluntary contributions into their su…

Property Foundations for Medical Interns: Q&A with Dr Isobel Marshall (Part 2)

Like many doctors early in their careers, Dr Isobel Marshall is navigating the financial landscape to secure a stable future.  Last episode, she asked a range of common financial questions to Bartons’ Director, Adam McCann and Financial Advisor, Teagan Loveridge. This week, she focuses her queries …

Financial Foundations for Medical Interns: Q&A with Dr Isobel Marshall (Part 1)

Starting a career often brings financial questions, especially for medical professionals with limited financial literacy. In this episode, we address some of the more common money issues junior doctors are thinking about. Dr Isobel Marshall, a former Young Australian of the Year, is starting her in…

Tax Deductions – Facts & Myths for Medical Professionals

The team at Bartons are often approached with common (and sometimes uncommon) tax-related questions that arise from high-income clients, especially medical professionals. Madison Vizzari, Assistant Manager in Bartons’ Accounting Team, and Matt Baczyk, Bartons’ Senior Manager, discuss some of the fr…