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Innovate or Die – It’s not just hype
Some businesses are scared they need to be too ‘creative’ to be innovative, they may find it’s overwheEssential tasks for the end of financial year
End of the financial year is an important time for small businesses, completing bookkeeping, tax returns and planning foScammers impersonate ATO phone numbers
The ATO is warning that scammers have adopted ‘Robocall’ technology to target taxpayers across the country.New industries entering the taxable payments reporting system
The ATO has reminded businesses that provide road freight, information technology (‘IT’), security, investig2019/20 Budget Update
The Government handed down the 2019/20 Federal Budget on Tuesday 2 April 2019. Some of the important proposals include:FBT issue on the ATO’s radar
The ATO has updated its list of ‘What attracts our attention’, with six items the specifically relate the frGood habits begin at home
Many of the routines and lessons that we learn as kids stay with us into adulthood. In today’s digital age, it canCommon questions about Super
When can you withdraw money from your Super? You can withdraw money from your superannuation when you reach preservationScammers fake ATO Phone Numbers
There is a current scam involving pre-recorded robocalls impersonating the ATO and threatening immediate arrest for an uATO warning regarding annual leave loading and OTE
The ATO has recently warned employers that it considers that annual leave loading should normally be part of ordinary tiLatest ATO benchmarks released
The ATO has released updated benchmark data drawn from over 1.5 million small businesses around the country to ‘heCommon errors with new GST withholding rules
The ATO has noticed some common errors made in activity statements since the introduction of ‘GST at settlementContinued focus on the cash economy
ATO Assistant Commissioner Peter Holt has announced that, in the 2019/20 financial year, the ATO will be visiting a furtAustralian Taxation Office online Terms and Conditions update
The Australian Taxation Office Online Terms and Conditions are changing from 1 June 2019. The most important changes areATO warning about E-mail scam
The Australian Taxation Office has issued an urgent warning about an email scam. An extremely convincing phishing emailSmall business income tax offset
The small business income tax offset (also known as the unincorporated small business tax discount) can reduce the tax yHave you considered building your home?
Recently my husband and I went through the process of building our first family home and we can wholeheartedly say that2019/20 Federal Budget
On Tuesday 2 April, the Federal Government handed down its Budget for the 2019-20 financial year. This is the first BudgChanges to Single Touch Payroll reporting: The 7 things you need to know
Single Touch Payroll is a way of sending tax and super information to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) from your paySuperannuation rates and thresholds for 2019/20
The ATO has published the key superannuation rates and thresholds for the 2019/20 year. Some of these rates and thresholChanges to the small business instant asset write-off
On 29 January 2019, the Prime Minister announced that legislation will be introduced to: extend the small business instaTax Scammer Alert!
The ATO has again warned taxpayers to be alert for scammers impersonating the ATO, as it appears they have changed tactiWhat’s new for Australian business
The ATO has recently reminded small businesses of the expanded tax concessions potentially available to them, as outlineSingle Touch Payroll Update
Understanding STP obligations Single Touch Payroll (‘STP’) is a Government initiative aimed at cutting red tape for emplNon-compliant payments to workers
The rules for claiming deductions for payments to workers are changing. From 1 July 2019, businesses can only claim deduProposed Changes to affect Shareholders in a Company
Recently the Treasury released a consultation paper proposing changes to the treatment of complying Debit Loans to ShareAustralian Taxation Office SMS Lodgement Reminders
The ATO’s next round of pre-emptive SMS lodgement reminders have been scheduled for February 2019. If you have a DFuel Tax Credit
Fuel tax credit rates change regularly. They are indexed twice a year, in February and August, in line with the consumerDon’t sell yourself short on Capital Gains Tax
Choose a schedule which covers all scenarios Capital Gains Tax (CGT) has always been a complicated topic for property inALP Key Tax Policies
The Federal Election will be the primary focus over the next few months, with many commentators predicting a possible chTaxation of income for an individual’s fame or image
The Government has released a consultation paper with respect to the implementation of the 2018/19 Federal Budget announMYEFO report
The Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (‘MYEFO’) report was recently released. It indicates that the underlying BudgetClaims for home office expenses increased
The ATO has updated the hourly rate taxpayers can use to determine deductions for home office expenses from 45 cents toDivision 293 assessments
The ATO has been issuing ‘Additional tax on concessional contributions (Division 293) assessments’ with respect to liabiThey’re getting smarter – Another Record Year for Cyber-criminals
Business is booming for cyber-criminals as they’ve stolen a record $107 million from Australian businesses and individuaOut of sight…Out of mind– Invisible Money
I remember receiving my first pay packet. I rushed home and counted out the total, immediately putting some aside for spWould you like to share in $17.5b?
How would you like to share in $17.5b? This is the total amount of lost and unclaimed super according to the ATO. Have yThe only New Year resolution you need to worry about!
Do a financial health-check of your business January is a good time to check the financial health of your business. ReviFrequently asked depreciation questions
What is depreciation? As a building gets older and items within it wear out, they depreciate in value. The Australian TaATO guidance regarding ‘downsizer contributions’
The ability to make ‘downsizer contributions’ effectively commenced on 1 July 2018, prompting the ATO to relImprovements to employee share schemes announced
The Government has announced it intends to introduce legislation to improve the ability of small businesses to offer empATO data matching and share transactions
The ATO has extended its data matching program, this time focusing on share data. The ATO will continue to receive shareExternal collection agencies to enforce ATO lodgement obligations
The ATO has finalised a trial relating to sending overdue taxpayer lodgement obligations to external collection agenciesATO contact regarding business cars and Fringe Benefits Tax (‘FBT’)
The ATO has recently advised that it will be contacting taxpayers (and tax agents on behalf of their clients) that haveATO to send text messages if bank account details incorrect
The ATO has advised that it will send SMS text messages directly to taxpayers where incorrect bank account details wereCompany loans to shareholders under review
The Government has released a consultation paper outlining proposed reforms to ‘simplify’ the loan agreements that are gEmbrace online shopping with your eyes open!
If you’re like me, you may find yourself doing your Christmas shopping online. There are many reasons why online shoppinWork Christmas Parties and Gifts
16 November 2018 ‘Tis the season to be jolly! But ho-ho-hold up before you start making spirits bright and rewardiThe nitty-gritty of financial goal setting
There is plenty of advice out there about why you should save for your future, but little that explains exactly how. OneWork Christmas parties and FBT
‘Tis the season to be jolly! If you’re involved in the administration of fringe benefits tax (FBT) for yourWork Christmas parties and gifts
‘Tis the season to be jolly! If you’re involved in the administration of fringe benefits tax (FBT) for yourHow to be financially prepared this Christmas
With Christmas just around the corner, here are 5 tips to help plan ahead and avoid a financial hangover on New Year’s DPrivate use of business cars
If you use your business vehicle for travel between work and home and the business vehicle is available for private use,Fast-tracking tax cuts for small and medium businesses
The Government has fast-tracked the already legislated tax cuts to small and medium businesses by bringing them forwardProposed expansion of STP to smaller employers
Single Touch Payroll (‘STP’) commenced on 1 July 2018 for approximately 73,000 employers who have 20 or more employees.Expansion of the TPRS
The Taxable Payments Reporting System (‘TPRS’) has been expanded to the cleaning and courier services industries from 1Commercial property depreciation: uncover the tax benefits
Does the idea of buying commercial property instead of renting your current business premises appeal to you? Or are youBan on electronic sales suppression tools
From 4 October 2018, the Government has banned activities involving electronic sales suppression tools (‘ESSTs’) that reScammers impersonating tax agents
The ATO has received increasing reports of a new take on the ‘fake tax debt’ scam, whereby scammers are now impersonatin$37 Million of Lost Super in Bundaberg
It has never been easier to find lost super! You might not even think it is lost, but if you moved and forgot to updateSecurity requirement for Xero & MYOB (2FA)
Soon Xero and MYOB will make it compulsory to enable the 2 factor authentication on anyone that has a log in. The main rCount Market Volatility: October 2018
Over the past two days, global sharemarkets have fallen significantly due to growth concerns. One of the catalysts is thSmall Business Digital Grants Program
The Small Business Digital Grants Program can assist small businesses to access digital technologies and services to helLegislation to combat illegal phoenix activity
The Government has announced a package of reforms to tackle illegal phoenix behaviour. By way of background, phoenixingCommonly missed deductions
Depreciation is a complex area, so unless you’re a specialist Quantity Surveyor or a qualified Tax Accountant, it can beIncrease in Private Health Insurance excesses
Legislation has been passed by Parliament to implement the Private Health Insurance (‘PHI’) reforms announced by the GovMore help for drought-affected farmers
As part of the next phase of its drought assistance policy (which includes various other measures), the Government annouIncreased scrutiny of home office claims
Last year, 6.7 million taxpayers claimed a record $7.9 billion in deductions for ‘other work-related expenses’, which inScam warning – ‘fake tax debt’ scam
In a recent twist in the ‘fake tax debt’ scam, the Australian Taxation Office have received increasing reporDo you really need personal insurance?
Do you really need personal insurance? Ask yourself the following questions- Would your family be able to survive withoWays to splash the extra cash from depreciation
Once an investor starts claiming depreciation, they can expect an improvement in their cash flow. This is because deprecCrowdfunding donations to help drought-affected farmers
The ATO is currently offering various support measures to individuals and businesses from drought-affected communities tBlack economy recommendations will impact day-to-day business
Recently issued draft legislation has focused on introducing new measures to manage the growing cash economy (i.e., theDivision 7A benchmark interest rate for 2019
The benchmark interest rate for 2019, for the purposes of the deemed dividend provisions of Division 7A and the associatThe Company Tax Rate Saga
In the last week of the August Parliamentary sittings, the controversial corporate tax cut plan for the big end of townSG Amnesty still pending
The proposed superannuation guarantee (‘SG’) amnesty is a one-off, 12-month opportunity to self-correct past non-compliaPrice Increase for Xero Users – will this affect you?
On the 28th September 2018 Xero has decided to increase their subscription charges. Xero advise this is due to investingHow to save whilst improving your families health
Women used to be stuck at home taking care of all the household duties. Now in this modern age of being working women hoFive questions you should ask your Quantity Surveyor
Are you an investor who’s heard about the benefits of depreciation and have decided to start claiming? That’s great newsTrading names are being retired
The Australian Business Register (ABR) is working with Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) in prepSuburban scammers pushing illegal early access to super
The ATO has become aware of people in some suburban areas of major cities attempting to encourage others to illegally acBe careful of these depreciation mistakes this tax time
Depreciation can be a rather complex area with specific rules, qualifying dates, depreciation rates, methods for claiminGST on Facebook Advertising Costs
Due to recent changes to tax laws in Australia, Facebook ads purchases in Australia will be subject to a goods and serviSingle Touch Payroll Update
Single Touch Payroll (STP) officially commenced for larger employers on 1 July 2018, and the ATO has provided some furthFurther company tax cuts deferred (for now . . .)
The Government has decided not to put the Treasury Laws Amendment (Enterprise Tax Plan No. 2) Bill 2017 to a vote in theATO guide to the 5 most common Tax Time mistakes
As Tax Time 2018 has ‘kicked off’, the ATO has profiled the five most common mistakes they see, including taCents per Km Deduction Rate for Car Expenses from 1 July 2018
The Commissioner of Taxation has determined that the rate at which work-related car expense deductions may be calculatedTransacting with cryptocurrency
With interest in cryptocurrencies (such as Bitcoin) increasing, the ATO has issued guidance regarding various tax conseqFive common tax time mistakes
The ATO says the top five mistakes made in individual tax returns are: leaving out some of their income – maybe forgettiWhy should you care about 2FA?
When you think of how much you do online or on your phone, there is always a real threat that there is someone out thereEarly release of super on compassionate grounds: ATO
From 1 July 2018, responsibility for the administration of the early release of superannuation benefits on compassionateTax time tips for small business
The ATO claims that it is committed to supporting small businesses and making it as easy as possible for them to understATO putting clothing claims through the wringer
A focus on work-related clothing and laundry expenses this Tax Time will see the ATO “more closely examine taxpayePersonal Income Tax Cuts passed!
Parliament has passed the Government’s Personal Income Tax plan, meaning that the first stage of the proposed incoHow will GST on imported goods affect your Business?
From 1 July 2018, businesses that sell goods into Australia and meet the goods and services (GST) registration thresholdInstant Asset Write-Off of $20,000
Small businesses with a turnover of less than $10 million (GST exclusive) can claim immediate tax deductions for individFamily Trust Distributions
In the 2017/18 year, minors (under 18 at 30 June) can receive investment income (including trust distributions) of up to2017/18 Year-end Checklist for Business
Many of our business clients like to review their tax position at the end of the income year and evaluate any year-end s2017 / 18 Individual Tax Return Checklist
Tax saving strategies prior to 1 July 2018 A good strategy to reduce tax payable is normally to accelerate any income taSuper Contributions by 30 June 2018
As from 1 July 2017 the maximum concessional superannuation contribution limit is $25,000 for all individuals, regardlesFBT: Car parking threshold
The car parking threshold for the FBT year commencing 1 April 2018 is $8.83. This replaces the amount of $8.66 that applCar limit for 2018/19
The car limit is $57,581 for the 2018/19 income year (unchanged from the previous year). This amount limits depreciationWhat the super housing measures mean for SMSFs
The ATO has reminded members of SMSFs that they will be able to use their voluntary super contributions to assist with bATO scrutinising car claims this tax time
The ATO has announced that it will be closely examining claims for work-related car expenses this tax time as part of aSuperannuation guarantee amnesty introduced
The Government has introduced legislation to complement the superannuation guarantee (‘SG’) integrity packag2018 Budget Update
The Government handed down the 2018/19 Federal Budget on Tuesday 8th May 2018. Some of the important proposals include:Federal Budget 2018 Snapshot
On Tuesday 8 May, the federal government handed down its Budget for the 2018–19 financial year. This is the third BudgetContinued ATO focus on holiday home rentals
The ATO has recently advised that they are “setting their sights on the large number of mistakes, errors and false claimEmployee denied deductions for work-related expenses
An employee photographer has been denied deductions for travel expenses (when travelling with his family), and other purNew FBT rates for the 2018/19 FBT year
The ATO has released Taxation Determinations setting out the following rates for the FBT year commencing on 1 April 2018Preparing for the end of financial year
As we approach the end of the financial year, there are a number of smart strategies you could consider to help you streSTP – Single Touch Payroll in MYOB AccountRight
Employers of 20 or more staff (according to a simple headcount on 1 April 2018) will be required to lodge their payrollWhat is your current level of Life Insurance?
Have you had a look at your current level of life insurance lately? Yes, I know some of you will say ‘I have got insuranCommissioner’s speech highlights ATO’s focus areas
Recently, the Commissioner of Taxation highlighted the areas in which the ATO has recently increased its focus, includinSuper guarantee payable on ‘public holidays’ and ‘additional hours’!
The Federal Court has held that superannuation guarantee contributions were payable with respect to the ‘additional hourNew superannuation rates and thresholds released
The ATO has published the key superannuation rates and thresholds for the 2018/19 income year. – The Non-ConcessioInactive ABNs will be cancelled by the ATO
The ATO has recently advised that, in an effort to maintain accurate data, the Australian Business Register (or ‘ABR’) pNo need to actually ‘downsize’ for ‘downsizer contributions’
From 1 July 2018, individuals aged 65 or over may use the proceeds from the sale of an eligible dwelling that was theirFringe Benefit Tax 2018
It’s that time of year again. Time to ensure you are ready to lodge your fringe benefit tax for 2018. A fringe benefit iNew superannuation rates and thresholds released
The ATO has published the key superannuation rates and thresholds for the 2018/19 income year. The Non-Concessional Cont