Tax Tips & Guides

Tax Tips & Guides for Australian Investors

Expert guides on CGT calculations, franking credits, tax strategies, and portfolio management — written specifically for Australian share investors.

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How to Calculate Capital Gains Tax on Shares in Australia: Complete 2026 Guide

Learn how to calculate CGT on your ASX shares step by step. Covers the cost base, FIFO method, 50% CGT discount, capital losses, and what the ATO actually expects from you.

20 Mar 202612 min read

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How to Export Your CommSec Transaction History and Import It for Tax Reporting

Step-by-step guide to downloading your CommSec CSV file and importing it into a portfolio tracker. Stop manually entering trades at tax time.

18 Mar 20266 min read

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Franking Credits Explained: A Plain-English Guide for Australian Share Investors

What are franking credits, how do they work, and why do they matter at tax time? A straightforward guide to dividend imputation for ASX investors.

15 Mar 20268 min read

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Tax Loss Harvesting in Australia: How to Reduce Your CGT Bill Before EOFY

A practical guide to selling losing shares to offset capital gains before 30 June. Covers the wash sale rule, timing, and strategy for Australian investors.

12 Mar 20269 min read

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The Australian Share Investor's EOFY Tax Checklist for 2025-26

Everything you need to do before 30 June 2026 to get your share portfolio tax-ready. CGT, dividends, franking credits, deductions, and record-keeping.

10 Mar 202610 min read