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April 27, 2023
Earn-out clauses for the sale of a business are increasingly common. We look at the positives and negatives that every business owner should consider. Business transactions […]
April 27, 2023
When you start a business, inevitably, it consumes not just a lot of time but also a lot of cash (much of which you have already […]
April 27, 2023
Just in time for the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year that started on 1 April, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) released new details on electric vehicles. […]
March 30, 2023
Taxpayers claiming deductions on holiday homes are in the ATO’s sights. The ATO is more than a little concerned that people with holiday homes are claiming […]
March 30, 2023
A consultation paper released by Treasury has sparked a national debate about the role, purpose and access to superannuation ahead of the 2023-24 Federal Budget. What […]
March 30, 2023
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 […]
February 27, 2023
By Cynthia Fei, Manager Many of us assume that tax planning is only necessary at the end of the year. It often stays on our to-do […]
February 27, 2023
From 1 January 2023, those 55 and over can make a ‘downsizer’ contribution to superannuation. Downsizer contributions are an excellent way to get money into superannuation […]
February 27, 2023
The ATO has released its final position on how it will apply some integrity rules dealing with trust distributions – changing the goal posts for trusts […]
January 31, 2023
(The only part of this post written by humans from Allworths are the prompts in bold) How should business owners start a new year? Business owners […]
January 31, 2023
By Mark Copsey, Partner When you think of Tax Planning you may think it’s only for large businesses or the ultra wealthy. However, if you reframe it […]
January 30, 2023
The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Bill 2022 received royal assent on Tuesday 6 December 2022. The legislation is extensive and brings into […]
November 29, 2022
By David Downie, Partner In a previous post, we started looking at how to develop your own personal Clarity Plan. For many, December and January will be […]
November 28, 2022
By Mark Copsey, Partner As we head into the festive season, it’s easy to lose sight of things – like tax planning – that could either […]
November 27, 2022
The “Hi Mum” scam (where you receive a text message that starts with e.g., “Hi Mum, I have broken my phone and I am using this […]
October 30, 2022
There is nothing in this Budget that would create a UK style crisis. The stage 3 tax cuts legislated to commence on 1 July 2024 are […]
October 29, 2022
The Optus data breach is top of mind for a lot of Australians, particularly those who have had their data stolen. For business, the breach is […]
October 29, 2022
First home buyers purchasing property in NSW of up to $1.5m will have a choice of paying stamp duty or an annual property tax from 16 […]
November 4, 2024
The concept of business income has expanded far beyond traditional brick-and-mortar shops. Whether you run a digital store, offer services through an app, or even sell […]
October 28, 2024
Over the past five years, more than 150,000 Australians have dipped into their retirement savings early to cover medical expenses, raising concerns about the financial impact […]
October 21, 2024
When it comes to work-related expenses, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) allows employees to claim immediate deductions for depreciating assets that cost $300 or less. While […]
October 14, 2024
Running a business in Australia comes with many responsibilities, and one of the most important aspects is understanding your liability. Business liability refers to the legal […]
October 7, 2024
Superannuation is one of the best ways to save for retirement, but it’s not without its risks—especially if you’re between 40 and 60 and starting to […]
September 30, 2024
As an employer, when you provide vehicles like sedans, station wagons, or passenger vans for your employees’ private use, you might be offering a car fringe […]
September 23, 2024
Starting a side hustle has become increasingly popular in Australia as more people seek additional income streams, personal fulfilment, or a way to test business ideas […]
September 16, 2024
If you’re a contractor, freelancer, or self-employed, you’re probably already juggling multiple responsibilities, from managing clients to keeping track of your income. One area that often […]
September 9, 2024
Small businesses, especially family-run ones, require careful attention to payroll for closely held employees, such as family members, directors, and shareholders. The Australian Tax Office (ATO) […]