The AAP Practical Workshops Series - Understanding GST & Other Taxes

Understanding GST & Other Taxes in Commercial Property Management

A Practical Workshop for Commercial Property Professionals
Tax is one of the most common areas of confusion in commercial property management and one where property managers are often expected to know just enough without crossing into advice they’re not authorised to give.

This demystifying workshop is designed specifically for property managers not accountants and focuses on understanding how GST and other key taxes interact with day-to-day commercial property management activities.

The session takes a practical, operational approach, clarifying what managers need to identify, process and document, and what should be handed off to accountants or tax advisers to minimise risk.

What this workshop covers

• GST on rent, outgoings and incentives
• GST treatment of make good obligations
• Cash versus accrual issues in property management systems
• Land tax basics every commercial PM should understand
• Stamp duty considerations during onboarding and changes
• What property managers need to know versus when to escalate

This workshop is designed for:

• Commercial property managers
• Residential agencies managing commercial assets
• Agency principals and team leaders
• Assistants and emerging commercial property professionals
• Property managers seeking clearer boundaries around GST and tax-related responsibilities

This is a practical, working session designed to build confidence, reduce uncertainty and help property managers operate comfortably within their role and authority.

Participants will leave with clearer boundaries, stronger understanding of tax touchpoints in commercial management, and improved confidence when dealing with owners, tenants and advisers.

Delivered by the Australian Academy of Property as part of its practical upskilling program for commercial property professionals.

This workshop focuses on practical process and professional practice, not legal or tax advice, and is designed to support agencies in operating within their documented authorities.

Registration Fees:

Individual Registration - $150 + GST (per workshop)
Includes: 75-minute live online workshop, digital resource, templates, checklists and replay access (where applicable).

Group Licence (same organisation) - $350 + GST (per workshop)
Covers up to 3 attendees from the same organisation.
Includes: 75-minute live online workshop, digital resource, templates, checklists and replay access for all attendees.

Agency / Tailored Delivery - Available on request.
Custom pricing based on session length, content requirements and attendee numbers.

Please note: Program content, session timing and presenters are subject to change without notice.