In this episode, we chat with John Kalachian, Partner at Fortis Accounting Partners, about all things accounting, tax, and financial strategy for Aussie property investors. John shares how he started Fortis and built a career helping people and businesses make sense of the tax system—and make the most of it. We talk through common tax mistakes, smart ways to boost your financial outcomes, and why having the right team around you really matters. He also discusses his own property investment journey and offers some great advice for parents who want to help their children enter the market.
In this episode, we chat with John Kalachian, Partner at Fortis Accounting Partners, about all things accounting, tax, and financial strategy for Aussie property investors. John shares how he started Fortis and built a career helping people and businesses make sense of the tax system—and make the most of it. We talk through common tax mistakes, smart ways to boost your financial outcomes, and why having the right team around you really matters. He also discusses his own property investment journey and offers some great advice for parents who want to help their children enter the market.
(01:23) John's Journey: From Childhood to Finance Expert
(04:10) Diving into Property Investment
(05:51) The Risks and Rewards of Commercial Property
(08:41) Understanding NDIS and Government-Backed Schemes
(13:18) The Role of Mortgage Brokers and Lending Trends
(18:33) Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSF) and Property Investment
(23:40) Current Lending Landscape and Market Predictions
About John:
John Kalachian is more than just a numbers guy—he’s a passionate leader, lifelong learner, and co-founder of Fortis Accounting Partners, where people come first and tax strategy follows close behind.
With over a decade of experience spanning accounting, finance, and business leadership, John brings a rare blend of deep technical expertise and authentic human connection to every conversation. A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Certified Financial Planner, and Justice of the Peace, he has built Fortis from the ground up, driven by a mission to simplify tax, empower clients, and grow a team that’s just as passionate about learning as he is.
Through his work at Fortis, John supports Australian and international businesses, large family groups, and investors with end-to-end accounting and tax services, while helping them stay focused on what matters most: building stronger financial futures.
Whether he’s in the boardroom, mentoring his team, recharging by the ocean, on the green, or out fishing, John shows up with curiosity, clarity, and a commitment to growth for himself, his clients, and his community.
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