May 15, 2023 | Budget 23/24, Self Managed Super Funds, Small Business, Superannuation, Taxation
What will impact you in the new budget? The Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the 2023 Federal Budget on 9 May 2023. This budget and the measures within it are designed to reduce the cost of living. The Budget also includes $3 billion to relieve energy bills,...
Apr 28, 2023 | Small Business, Taxation
As the end of the financial year approaches, it’s essential to start thinking about tax planning strategies to minimise your tax burden and maximise your savings. By taking proactive steps to manage your taxes, you can keep more of your hard-earned money and...
Mar 31, 2023 | 2023, Taxation
KEY TAX DATES – APRIL/MAY 2023 It’s the end of March today! As we enter Q4, we have only 3 months to finalise tax planning for this year. Despite the need for tax planning, April and May are also critical months to ensure all your tax lodgments are complete to...
Mar 15, 2023 | Taxation, Trust Accounts
With the ATO’s new directives on the taxation of trust distributions, it’s essential to review arrangements. Book a planning session to ensure you’ve got the best beneficiary arrangements. What is a Family Trust? A family trust is a legal arrangement in...
Mar 1, 2023 | 2023, Small Business, Taxation, Working From Home
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has updated its approach to how you claim expenses for working from home. The ATO has ‘refreshed’ the way you can claim deductions for the costs you incur when you work from home. From 1 July 2022 onwards, you can choose either to...
Nov 18, 2022 | Land Tax, Taxation
Foreign owner surcharge land tax From the 2023 land tax year, the surcharge land tax payable on residential land owned by foreign persons increases from 2% to 4% of the taxable value of the residential land owned at midnight on 31 December 2022. Early Payment Discount...
