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Dr. Adrian Raftery

PhD, MBA, B.Bus, FCA, CTA, MAICD

Mr Taxman, Dr Adrian Raftery is the best-selling author of 101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax - Legally! (now in its 15th edition) and is widely sought by the media for his views on tax, superannuation and financial issues. Adrian holds a PhD in Self-Managed Superannuation Funds, a Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning and a Graduate Certificate in Journalism as well as an MBA and specialises in business consulting, accounting, superannuation and tax planning.

Mr Taxman has over 30 years' experience in providing tax and accounting services to businesses, individuals and self-managed super funds. Adrian runs a COVID-19 proof award-winning accounting practice remotely down in the Mornington Peninsula in Melbourne after learning his craft originally at Deloitte and Pannell Kerr Forster. Adrian spent a decade in academia and was an Associate Professor at Deakin University as the course director for their financial planning programs. He is the former chair of the Association of Independently Owned Financial Professionals (AIOFP) and of the Financial Planning Academics Forum (FPAF).

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101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax - Legally!

Stop paying more tax than you have to. Dr. Adrian Raftery's best-selling guide is packed with essential tips to help you maximize your refund.

  • Tips for employees, business owners, and investors
  • Updates on the latest tax law changes
  • Strategies for superannuation and SMSFs
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10 June 2025

Keeping you informed - website notice

Section 45 of the of the Tax Agent Services (Code of Professional Conduct) Determination 2024 requires registered tax practitioners to advise all current and prospective clients of the following: (a) That the TPB maintains a register of tax agents and BAS agents and how clients can access and search the register. (b) How clients can make a complaint about a tax agent service provided by a registered tax practitioner, including the TPB’s complaints process. (c) General information about the registered tax practitioner’s rights, responsibilities and obligations as tax agent or BAS agent, including to their clients, under the taxation laws (including the TASA), and what obligations their clients have to their registered tax practitioner. (d) Whether certain events have occurred within the last five years (but not before 1 July 2022). (e) Whether the registered tax practitioner’s registration as a tax agent or a BAS agent is subject to any conditions.

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06 June 2025

TEN TAX CHANGES TAKING EFFECT FROM 1 JULY 2025

The only constant about tax is change. Dr Adrian Raftery, principal of Mr Taxman and author of 101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax - Legally! 2025-2026 edition (Wiley, May 2025, AU$32.95), provides us with some of the tax changes coming into play from 1 July 2025.

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05 June 2025

7 SURPRISING THINGS YOU MAY BE ABLE TO CLAIM AS A TAX DEDUCTION 2024/25

30 June is rapidly approaching and it is time to do some urgent tax planning. Dr Adrian Raftery, principal of Mr Taxman and author of 101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax - Legally! 2025-2026 edition (Wiley, May 2025, AU$32.95), provides some unusual deductions that you didn’t know you could claim for you and your business and maximise your tax refund (or reduce your tax bill) this year.

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05 June 2025

FIVE THINGS TO DO BEFORE 30 JUNE 2025

30 June is rapidly approaching and with every dollar counting during this cost of living crisis now is the time to do some urgent tax planning. Dr Adrian Raftery, principal of Mr Taxman and author of 101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax - Legally! 2025-2026 edition (Wiley, May 2025, AU$32.95), gives some excellent tips for you to action and maximise your tax refund this year.

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05 June 2025

SEVEN MOST COMMON TAX MISTAKES (or 7 deadly sins!) for 2024/25

The new financial year will soon be here which comes with it the annual obligation to submit our income tax return by 31 October. For many of us, the process is as painful as having your teeth pulled but the rewards can be great. Dr Adrian Raftery, principal of Mr Taxman and author of 101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax - Legally! 2025-2026 edition (Wiley, May 2025, AU$32.95), shares with us seven common mistakes to avoid when doing your tax this year.

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"Adrian recently helped me lodge my first tax returns as a young man and it was an incredibly easy & simple process. He was a fantastic help the whole way. My father has known Adrian for many years and always speaks well of him yet Adrian still managed to exceeded my expectations. I will certainly never be using any other accountant/ tax agent in the future."

— Alec Jenman5 months ago

"We have been using the services of Adrian from Mr Taxman for many years. Always a professional service and the giver of great advice. Timely turnarounds and great communication. Results are exceptional and I cannot recommend him more highly."

— Liza Doyle6 months ago

"I've been using Adrian as my accountant for almost 30 years now & he has been nothing but brilliant. Super knowledgeable, does amazing work, always willing to chat about my needs... and lets not forget about his alter-ego "Larry"! Cannot recommend Adrian highly enough!"

— Philip Saunders8 months ago

"I've known Adrian through sporting circles for 20 years and now he's taken the mantle of our tax agent. Why did I wait so long! Fastidious and thorough, Adrian was in constant contact and always reachable with questions and queries. Have recommended his business to my social network so I hope others take my advice. Would give him 6 stars if he wasn't a Goanna grub."

— Peter Kyle4 years ago

"I have been working with Mr Taxman on my income tax returns for a great many years and the advice and responsiveness of Adrian and his team has always been superb. I can rely on Adrian to ensure I only pay what is required and sometimes get that little bonus of a nice surprise refund. Recommend him highly!"

— John Crnogorac4 years ago

"We are so glad we have made the change and moved over to Adrian. I was recommend by a family member and would never look back. We have made a lot of progress within such a short period of time and have have a clear vision ahead. Adrian has put forward many tax saving suggestions that no other account has ever mentioned to me over the past 8 years. Thank you for all your help Adrian and look forward to continuing to working together."

— Ryan Godfrey4 years ago

"Adrian has provided me and my group of companies with excellent tax advice over the past five or more years. As a fellow provider of services, I have referred Adrian to my clients and they have also received the high level of responsiveness and expertise. I would highly recommend Adrian aka Mr Taxman."

— Ian B4 years ago

"Adrian , is a dedicated professional his work is extremely thorough detailed and with a common sense timely work ethic . We couldnt recommend him more highly , hes terrific !"

— terry tisdalea year ago

"We have been using Mr Taxman for years for our personal tax returns, business returns and SMSF. Adrian is reliable, honest and always has our best interests at the forefront of all he does for us. He's incredibly knowledgeable."

— Paul Smith4 years ago

"Mr Taxman did my tax returns last year and i am booked in again for this year!!. My whole family ended up getting their messy returns done and it was completed over night !! super quick and super responsive I didn't need to go in ! Everything was able to be sent or provided via internet I was surprised as well at the low cost - i am sure i paid more when i went to H and R block and didn't get anywhere near the service or the return ! Will be sending our information again soon Mr Taxman (as soon as i can sort out the box of receipts hahaha) Nothing was an effort for Adrian and we are all very happy with the service thank you !!!"

— Karen C4 years ago

"Not JUST an accountant. Counselled me through my paperwork phobia (real) earlier this year and got me a nice return (happens when you give the man 5 years worth). Seriously, Adrian Raftery got me back on track...and he has already submitted 20/21 AND we've got the money in the bank. Smartest leprechaun I know ❤️💚❤️💚"

— Suzanne O'Brien4 years ago

"Adrian has been our accountant for over two decades. We can’t recommend him highly enough. He’s approachable, extremely knowledgeable and very proactive."

— Sunshine Estivo4 years ago

"This gentleman knows his stuff and knows how to communicate it. Not intimidating. He provides regular updates via email to keep us all on track and takes the hassle out of all of the red tape."

— Diana4 years ago

"I found Adrian to be extremely informative, professional and fast to respond. Tax is not my specialty but it's certainly is his."

— Daniel Kenny4 years ago

"Prompt service, can't ask for a quicker turnaround than the one provided by Dr Raftery."

— Ian Barfoot2 years ago

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