This is the first of a series of podcast episodes which pay tribute the late Tony Bongiorno and the valuable lessons he shared while he was at the helm of the Bongiorno Group. Ricky Caldow and Mitch McKeown, both Directors at the Bongiorno Group, walk us through three of Tony’s Teachings. They include avoiding the following: buying an expensive car; buying a property off the plan; and buying a high-rise apartment.

The Money Doctors is proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group, the preferred tax and accounting partner for the Australian Medical Association Victoria and the Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch.

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The “dreaded” Division 293 is an additional tax based on total income and adjusted taxable income, and which applies to both personal and employer contributions to superannuation.

The tax is calculated after the tax return is lodged and can be paid out of pocket or from the super fund. 

The Bongiorno Group’s Senior Tax Manager Chantelle Turner and Ricky Caldow, Director, discuss how Div 293 is not indexed and is aimed at equalizing tax rates for high-income earners. It is important to seek professional advice on super contributions and repayment options.

You’ve been listening to The Money Doctors, proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group, the preferred tax and accounting partner for the Australian Medical Association Victoria and the Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch.

For more information, please call 03 9863 3111 or visit https://bongiorno.com.au/ 

This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product.

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There’s no way around it – your credit score is used by a lender to determine your ability to pay back a loan. How do you find your credit score, what does it mean – is it good or bad – and how do you improve it? 

For answers, we hear from the Bongiorno Group’s Senior Financial Consultant Mark Bremner and Director Ricky Caldow. They caution against quick fixes for bad credit ratings.

To find you own credit score, go to:
https://www.creditsmart.org.au/ 

You’ve been listening to The Money Doctors, proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group, the preferred tax and accounting partner for the Australian Medical Association Victoria and the Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch.

For more information, please call 03 9863 3111 or visit https://bongiorno.com.au/ 

This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product.

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With a prevalence of auctions in Melbourne, it’s highly likely that if you were to buy a house in Victoria’s capital, you’ll have to go through the process of bidding before you buy. And so, it’s critical you do your due-diligence before the hammer comes down. 

The Bongiorno Group’s Senior Financial Consultant Mark Bremner and Director Mitch McKeown highlight the importance of being financially prepared and having pre-approved finance for the day of the auction. They discuss what you need to think about and why consulting with an experienced adviser is in your best interests.

You’ve been listening to The Money Doctors, proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group, the preferred tax and accounting partner for the Australian Medical Association Victoria and the Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch.

For more information, please call 03 9863 3111 or visit https://bongiorno.com.au/ 

This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product.

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Buying a property in Australia, particularly in Melbourne, is a significant and expensive purchase. The Bongiorno Group’s Director Mitch McKeown and Senior Financial Consultant Mark Bremner explores the process of buying a property. They provide insights into assessing borrowing capacity, obtaining pre-approval, managing assets and liabilities, and maximizing borrowing capacity. 

It’s important, they say, to understand your financial position and seek professional advice to navigate the buying process successfully.

You’ve been listening to The Money Doctors, proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group, the preferred tax and accounting partner for the Australian Medical Association Victoria and the Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch.

For more information, please call 03 9863 3111 or visit https://bongiorno.com.au/ 

This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product.

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Many doctors at some stage in their career take up the opportunity to do locum work. It involves working at different hospitals for short periods of time, and can provide flexibility and higher hourly rates. There are different ways to get paid as a locum doctor, including working as a visiting medical officer or going through a locum agency. 

However, taxation and GST are important considerations for locum work, as doctors may need to register for GST and manage their own tax obligations. The Bongiorno Group’s Director Mitch McKeown and Consultant Matt Homewood discuss those issues and what expenses can and can’t be deductible.

You’ve been listening to The Money Doctors, proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group, the preferred tax and accounting partner for the Australian Medical Association Victoria and the Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch.

For more information, please call 03 9863 3111 or visit https://bongiorno.com.au/ 

This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product.

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A couple of court rulings in recent times has put the spotlight on whether health, dental and medical centres are subject to payroll tax. The rulings emphasise the importance of understanding your practice’s own flow of payments and written agreements. That’s the message from Alexandra Phillips, Senior Associate at law firm Fletcher Clarendon, who joins Jim Tsirtsakis, Director at the Bongiorno Group, for part 2 of this special Payroll tax episode of The Money Doctors.

Fletcher Clarendon
https://www.fletcherclarendon.com.au/ 

Bongiorno Group
https://bongiorno.com.au/ 
03 9863 3111

The Money Doctors is proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group – the preferred choice for medical and dental professionals. 

This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product.

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It’s been an interesting few months in the medical sector in both Victoria and federally regarding rulings to payroll tax. Interpretations between state and federal commissioners have everyone scratching their heads. What does it all mean for those in private practice? What do you need to know to ensure you don’t trip up on these new changes? To discuss the issue is Alexandra Phillips, Senior Associate at law firm Fletcher Clarendon, and Jim Tsirtsakis, Director at the Bongiorno Group.

Fletcher Clarendon
https://www.fletcherclarendon.com.au/ 

Bongiorno Group
https://bongiorno.com.au/ 
03 9863 3111

The Money Doctors is proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group – the preferred choice for medical and dental professionals. 

This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product.

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Do you have a will? If you do have one, is it up to date? Your circumstances may change and so it’s important to have a will to determine where you want your personal assets to be distributed. A formal will – as opposed to a templated one you might find online – will be properly prepared and structured to minimise any confusion or contention when you’re gone. 

Michael Levy, Principal at Tisher Liner FC Law and Nick Fennessy, Director at the Bongiorno Group, discuss various issues concerning wills, including where they should be kept, who can witness and sign a will, what happens if you don’t have a will, and what assets can be included in a will.

Bongiorno Group
https://bongiorno.com.au/ 
03 9863 3111

The Money Doctors is proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group – the preferred choice for medical and dental professionals. 

This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product.

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If you’re running a medical or dental practice, it’s important to have a range of contracts and agreements that are tailored to your circumstances. That’s according to Michael Levy, Principal at Tisher Liner FC Law. In this episode, he discusses with Nick Fennessy, Director at the Bongiorno Group, the common types of agreements you’re advised to have, and the importance of keeping them relevant and updated as the respective laws change.

Bongiorno Group
https://bongiorno.com.au/ 
03 9863 3111

The Money Doctors is proudly brought to you by leading financial services organisation the Bongiorno Group – the preferred choice for medical and dental professionals. 

This general advice has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of this advice before acting on it. If this general advice relates to acquiring a financial product, you should obtain a Product disclosure Statement before deciding to acquire the product.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.