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Top tax time myths for 2020:
Bank details don’t update themselves: While the ATO receives information from banks, this doesn’t extend to updating details for the bank account you nominate to have your refund...
ATO reminder if lodging tax returns before 31 July 2020
The ATO has reminded individual taxpayers to ensure that their income information is complete if lodging their tax return before 31 July. The ATO says individuals can avoid a tax...
Tax saving tips 16 to 20 of 20 as we head toward the end of the financial year
Update your vehicle logbook/s: To ensure you're claiming the most accurate amounts for your motor vehicle expenses. Know what’s on the ATO’s watchlist: Each year when it comes to...
Tax saving tips 11 to 15 as we head toward the end of the financial year
Look into income protection Investing in income protection not only provides peace of mind that your family is taken care of should anything happen to you, but you can also claim...
Here’s the next 5 of 20 tax saving tips as we head toward the end of the financial year:
Are you using the right investment structures? Review your business structure and personal assets, and where your investments are held. Some structures are able to take advantage...
As the 2019/20 financial year draws to a close you may be starting to think about your tax return.
Here's the first 5 of 20 tax saving tips as we head toward the end of the financial year: 1. Pre-pay your expenses Pre-pay some of your expenses for the coming financial year...
ATO emphasises importance of timing cash-flow boost lodgement
The ATO has updated its guidance on the temporary cash-flow boost offered to small and medium businesses and due to be delivered in the activity statement system from 28 April....
ATO unveils new working-from-home tax shortcut
The ATO has announced new working-from-home shortcuts, enabling business owners and employees working from home due to the coronavirus crisis a simplified process for claiming...
JobKeeper v JobSeeker
The Federal Government recently announced the JobKeeper Payment scheme, which is designed to assist employers (and self-employed individuals) affected by the Coronavirus pandemic...
12 password mistakes that hackers hope you’ll make
Passwords are supposed to keep us safe, but they can be an open door for hackers to attack our finances and identity. Here’s how you can protect yourself Choosing an...
AUSkey closes in nine weeks
From 25 January, myGovID will become the default login option on the Online services although you will still be able to login with an AUSkey until late March. Following the...
ATO receives 230 tip-offs per day as focus on the black economy continues
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has revealed it received a record-breaking 15,000 tip-offs to its Tax Integrity Centre in the first quarter of this financial year as the...
Scammers turn up on victim’s doorstep
Two men impersonating federal officers turned up on the doorstep of a victim at Salisbury Downs after a scam call The victim received an automated phone message telling him he...
Audit warning as ATO clamps down on dodgy claims
The Tax Office says it will be scrutinising every tax return lodged this year as it continues its crackdown on illegitimate claims. The Tax Office contacts around 2 million...
Hold an ABN? You could be contacted soon
A number of small businesses could be contacted by the Australian Business Register (ABR) this month as it looks to confirm their entitlement to an Australian Business Number...
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