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May 10, 2023
By Mark Copsey, Partner In the wake of the 2023-24 Federal Budget announcement last night, we wanted to provide the main updates affecting Allworths clients here. […]
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 […]
April 29, 2024
Strategic planning for businesses ensures resilience and continuity in adversity. While businesses often focus on growth and expansion, preparing for potential disruptions and emergencies that could […]
April 29, 2024
As retirement looms, ensuring a comfortable and secure future becomes a top priority for many individuals. One essential aspect of this preparation is maximising superannuation contributions. […]
April 29, 2024
For businesses in Australia, providing fringe benefits to employees can be a valuable way to attract and retain talent, as well as incentivise performance. However, employers […]
April 29, 2024
For businesses, maintaining profitability and financial stability is essential for long-term success. At times, this can lead to costs needing to be cut. However, cost-cutting initiatives […]
April 29, 2024
For small businesses in Australia, managing superannuation payments for employees can be a time-consuming and complex task. Super guarantee payments must be made quarterly, with the […]
March 25, 2024
Ensure you’re up to date on how to claim your working-from-home expenses! As the business landscape shifts back and forth between office, hybrid and home-based work […]
March 21, 2024
Did you know that money received as a bond from a tenant and retained after they leave your rental property (e.g. for damages, repairs, or rent […]
March 21, 2024
Mortgage stress can weigh heavily on homeowners, causing financial strain and emotional hardship. Whether due to unexpected life events, economic challenges, or changes in personal circumstances, […]
March 21, 2024
Protecting one’s wealth is paramount for individuals and businesses in an ever-changing economic landscape. While sound financial planning and risk management strategies play crucial roles, the […]