Tax
2022: The year ahead
2021 was to be the year we returned to a post-COVID normal however the pandemic has fundamentally changed the way many of us operate in our personal and work lives.
... read moreThe ‘Backpacker Tax’ and the High Court
The High Court has ruled that the ‘backpacker tax’ is discriminatory. We look at the impact.
... read moreThe Basics of Business Activity Statements (BAS)
Let's look at the basics of BAS. Depending on the size of your business, you will need to complete and lodge a BAS form between one and twelve times a year.
... read moreIf Santa was an Australian tax resident
A lighter look at the complexity of Australian taxation laws and the year that has been.
... read moreATO reminder regarding inactive ABNs
The ATO has advised that inactive Australian Business Number’s may soon be automatically cancelled in a current review. Those who are unsure if their ABN is still active or not should get in touch with their accountant or bookkeeper.
... read moreThe top Christmas tax questions
Every year, we are asked about the tax impact of various Christmas or holiday related gestures. In this article we take a look at some of the top issues.
... read moreBusiness and personal expenses should not be mixed
There are certain things in life that blend well and others that absolutely don’t. Personal and business finances are the type of thing that shouldn’t be mixed.
... read moreAn overview of the main residence CGT exemption
Generally, a property, including a taxpayer’s main residence, ie their family home, is considered to be a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) asset.
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