"Ajen is an accountant who is down to earth and genuinely interested in their clients prospering."

"As a trusted advisor you guided our business back on course when the outlook was far from positive and we look forward to your continued assistance into the future"

"His attitude towards his work and my portfolio has been exemplary. He always finds time for me at short notice and is a benefit to all."

"Ajen always has a high standard of professional manner. He continued to give me good advice and is a reliable person, helpful in sorting out problems and finding solutions easily."

"Ajendra has made himself available sometimes even after normal business hours, to assist us with any questions we have, even when sometimes they may have seemed silly or simple, he has answered in full and easy to understand terminology, at no point has he ever made me feel silly for asking."

"He is always accessible to speak with and even calls me to ask if I need help with anything."

"Ajendra's willingness to dedicate "caring time" to his clients sets him apart from others."

"I am confident to refer friends and family to his team because I know they are in the most capable hands. Ajendra’s honest, caring and upbeat nature has been an absolute godsend and I am so thankful that our paths crossed"

"Ajendra’s speaks with you in a language that you can understand and comprehend easily which assists in equity and partnership with your tax agent."

"We find you have a personal approach to your accounting practice, which makes everyone feel like number 1. This is a rare and special trait, and leaves us knowing we are in good hands."

"He is very astute, and at the same time down to earth and really interested in his clients prospering. For people like us who are new to small business this is an absolute god sent."

"He shows a genuine interest and I never feel rushed. He has created a warm and friendly environement."

Vacant Residential Land Tax

Commencing 1 January 2025, vacant residential land tax (VRLT) applies to all Victorian homes unoccupied for more than 6 months in a calendar year, unless an exemption applies

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That includes homes under construction, and those that are under renovation or uninhabitable, for more than 2 years, but does not apply to unimproved land, commercial residential premises, or residential care facilities.

If you pay land tax, it will determine if you are liable for VRLT in 2025. If the tax is payable, you must notify the State Revenue office by 15 January 2025 (or as soon as practicable afterward), via the online notification portal.

Some unoccupied homes may be exempt, such as holiday homes, a property that changed hands; and property that was re-zoned in the prior calendar year.

Even if you believe you are exempt, you still need to notify of vacant tax and then apply for an exemption via the online notification portal.

The rate of tax is based on 1% of capital improved value for the first year, increasing 1% each year.

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