In today’s Macro Insights Podcast, Ken Raiss and I examine who really pays tax in Australia, and the results may surprise you.

 

We also share what the average wage and superannuation balance in Australia is, and I bet these figures will surprise you.

 

We also discuss the latest statement from APRA about its 3% mortgage assessment buffer we will tell you what time of the week you’re most likely to get scammed?

 

As somebody interested in growing your wealth or property, there will be lots in the show for you.

 

 

Takeaways 

·        Australian Taxation Office’s 2022–23 tax‑return snapshot (approximately 16.1 million lodgements) to paint a portrait of the “average 100 Australian.

·        Out of those 100 Australians, 21 pay no income tax at all. None. Zip.

·        Meanwhile, just 3 individuals contribute nearly 30% of all net income tax. Add in the next 6, and you’re up to nearly 50%. And the next 30 take it to almost 90%.

·        So 39 Australians (out of 100) are footing almost the entire tax bill.

·        The average super balance is around $173,000; the median is just $60,000. What does that tell us?All eight capital cities recorded house price growth in the June quarter.

·        Westpac reveals the time of day you’re most likely to be scammed is Tuesday afternoon

 

Chapters 

00:00 Understanding Australia's Tax Landscape

04:15 The Role of High Income Earners in Taxation

06:37 Income Disparities and Superannuation Challenges

09:24 The Impact of APRA's Mortgage Serviceability Buffer

12:00 Scams and Consumer Awareness

14:35 Infrastructure Needs for Population Growth

 

Links and Resources:

 

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The FirstLinks article mentioned in the show https://www.firstlinks.com.au/100-aussies-seven-charts-on-who-earns-pays-and-owns

 

Michael Yardney

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Ken Raiss, Director of Metropole Wealth Advisory

 

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