Thinking of building a duplex, splitting your block, or adding a battle-axe at the back?
This guide is a must-read before you pick up a hammer (or sign a contract). Tax expert Julia Hartman breaks down the big-ticket traps that can cost you thousands—like losing your main residence exemption, triggering GST unexpectedly, or turning a personal build into a taxable business deal without even realising it.
From demolishing your home to selling one half of a duplex, this guide helps you understand how the ATO sees your actions—and what that means for your wallet. If you’re planning to develop, renovate or rebuild on your block, don’t wing it. Read this first, then speak to a savvy tax advisor.
p.s. This free download is part of Episode 386 | BEWARE Tax Traps! How to rebuild or repair after a natural disaster of The Property Couch podcast. Tune in to the episode here >