翻修老屋一直是我的目標,或許也是夢想,這麼破舊的房子,又堆滿雜七雜八的東西,所有來看過的人都覺得「放棄」是最好的選擇,而我,默默地耕耘兩年,終於等到翻修時機,這是家族最好的選擇!2023年10月10日,開工!
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| 原本入口有一和室,廢與不廢考慮許久,最後還是拆了! |
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| 這空間是廚房和餐廳 |
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| 心中規劃的大展廳,還要加一套全衛浴,天花其實已經變形。 |
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| 必拆!衛浴移位。 |
翻修老屋一直是我的目標,或許也是夢想,這麼破舊的房子,又堆滿雜七雜八的東西,所有來看過的人都覺得「放棄」是最好的選擇,而我,默默地耕耘兩年,終於等到翻修時機,這是家族最好的選擇!2023年10月10日,開工!
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| 原本入口有一和室,廢與不廢考慮許久,最後還是拆了! |
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| 這空間是廚房和餐廳 |
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| 心中規劃的大展廳,還要加一套全衛浴,天花其實已經變形。 |
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| 必拆!衛浴移位。 |
美國在台協會官網內容可以用中文閱讀,但無法找到預約公証時間的連結,若以英文閱讀,則有連結可預約公證時間。
https://evisaforms.state.gov/acs/default.asp?postcode=TAI&appcode=1
『感覺比語言快十倍』
看了幾個區域的房子,我實在是上手很快的人,基本上我都是自己看,這裡買方不需要仲介,有 Inspection 直接去看就好。兩個主要網站&App:
1. Domain.com.au
2. Realestate.com.au
都有歷史交易紀錄可查。
雪梨交通便利,在沒開車的情況下離公共交通近的地區是我的首選,原本鎖定 North Sydney,因緣際會下看到再往北的 St Leonards 有一些很棒的新案,星期天有 Inspection time,我便隻身前往,前一晚已經大概做完功課,但真正踏上 St Leonards 這個火車站還是第一次。
這個案子叫 The Newlands,強調一種 lifestyle,社區沒有高聳的大樓,這種 off plan 的房子都憑想像,但是模型與3D做得非常好,當然價格越高做得越像。The Newlands 社區內有 resort 的感覺,到頂樓可以看到雪梨市的景色,沒辦法負擔 penhouse, 可以分享頂樓這樣的 view 也不錯!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvXTwZNdNSA
研究了一下 St Leonards 這區,由於周邊都是醫療機構,這裡的買家基本上都是專業人士,加上政府規劃至2036年的都市計畫以 St Leonards & Crows Nest 這兩區為主,這應該也是不錯的標的。今年會開通的 Metro 通過海底到 Barangaroo CBD,在這裡看到基礎建設持續進行,非常好!
這裡的合同都是律師對律師,所以建商有建商的律師,買家有買家的律師,訂金通常是A5,000,建商便會準備合同給買方的律師,買方律師會跟買方約時間把合同過一遍,甚至要修改保障什麼都要寫進去,所以過合同是很重要的,費用約A1500~2000。
另外就是政府的印花稅,一次性的,百萬以上約 4.4%,有網站可精算。投資目的需三個月內繳給政府,自住可以延長至15個月。如果是外國人需另外繳交 8% 額外稅(Surcharge)。
當地人都稱之為 USyd。
我們是以當地生(紐西蘭籍)身分申請。當開放申請日時需要 create 帳號。每州有每州可填選的志願,我們當初是代辦朋友給我們國際生申請的參考資料,但是還是要常常問學校需要的資料是什麼,畢竟美國學校的系統和澳洲是不同的,有些當地生的成績我們並沒有,所以會有個別的問題需要來來回回與學校溝通。
申請結果公佈時間約在 12月~1月,分 3 個 round,當第一 round 結果不理想時,可以更改志願,看第二 round 會不會理想一些。我們很幸運地提早收到雪梨大學的 offer。
New South Wales
雪梨市大學集中區的房價高,一房不帶車位的公寓目前(2024)都要 80 萬以上,兩房帶車位要 110 以上。租金部分,一房可租 800/week,兩房可租 1200/week (也可能更高)。
Notes
1. 買方無須支付仲介費。新房或二手房都是 (這點和美國同)。
2. 二手房賣方支付佣金約 1.5%~2%。
3. NSW property management fee(代管租賃)大約 3.5~5%。
4. 公寓大樓管理費 Strata Fee(美國的 HOA) 一季一季付,一房約 850-950/季,
二房約1000-1350/季。所以一房 80/week,二房 113/week。
5. 簽約合同需有律師看過,費用約 1,500。
6. 投資出租通常還會買保險防止租客不繳房租,費用 30-50/月,看各人要保的程度。
7. Land tax(地價稅) 本國人有免稅額,以2024年來說,個人土地總價值在1,075,000內
都是免稅的,所以一套公寓土地價值大約在300,000,就免繳交地價稅。
2023年之後,外國人 Land Tax 的 Surcharge Rate 是 4%,
表示每年除了該繳的地價稅之外要再加 4% x 持有住宅(residential) 土地地價總值。
Commercial 就不用課 Surcharge。
If you’re running your own business, you’re probably familiar with your Australian Business Number (ABN). As a business owner, you also have to comply with the rules set out by the Australian Tax Office (ATO). Your ABN doesn’t simply give you a reference point when sending invoices and other documents, it also means that you’re accountable to the ATO if you don’t comply with your tax obligations.
In this guide, we’ll explain what your tax obligations are as a holder of an ABN. Fundamentally, the tax you have to pay on your ABN depends on your business and your combined income. This is all counted and assessed when the financial year comes to an end on 30 June.
To operate your business in Australia, it is necessary to have an ABN (Australian Business Number). This unique 11-digit number is the key means of identifying a business and is provided when you register your business. Sole traders, partnerships and companies are all required to have an ABN.
You can register your ABN using an online form in a matter of minutes. Registering your ABN is crucial for tax purposes, including GST and PAYG. If your business is making more than $75,000 annually, then you may face a penalty if the ATO finds out that you haven’t applied for an ABN. If you are doing business with other businesses, then that business can withhold payment to you if you do not list your ABN on invoices you issue.
An ABN is necessary for operating a business, while a TFN (Tax File Number) is required for any person working in Australia. Most people apply for their own TFN when they start working at their first job. Your TFN will stay with you for life. However. if you start a partnership business, then you and your partner will have to apply for a separate TFN.
When you start working, you give your TFN to your employer, who can then deduct tax from your income. This is normally done through PAYG (Pay as You Go). With a TFN, tax is taken at the source, i.e., at the time you are paid. This means you normally don’t have to worry about your tax obligations at the end of the financial year.
If you run your business as a sole trader, you will be able to use your current TFN for tax purposes. However, if you are in a partnership or have started a company, your business will have its own TFN.
With an ABN, tax is not taken directly from the source. For example, a carpenter raising an invoice will receive full payment for his or her work; tax is not deducted at this stage.
This means that as a sole trader with an ABN, you need to set aside a portion of your income so that you can meet your tax obligations when the financial year ends. When June rolls around, you must include your ABN earnings with any other income received; after you lodge your tax return, tax is assessed based on that combined income. The tax-free threshold sits at $18,200. If your income is higher than this, then progressive tax rates will apply.
What and how you need to report depends on your business structure. You can also use the ATO tax calculator to estimate the amount you are obliged to pay.
Staying organised is key to ensuring you can meet your tax obligations at the end of the financial year.
Some things you can do include:
Further, having a tax lawyer advise you on your situation will help you ensure you’re complying with your obligations. Tax can be tricky when it comes to running your business. However, if you understand the requirements and are organised, it doesn’t have to be difficult at all.
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