Treasurer Jim Chalmers has announced a set of revised superannuation tax changes that introduce two new tax thresholds—$3 million and $10 million —both indexed to inflation, and remove taxes on unrealised capital gains. Announced on October 13, 2025, the Australian government has significantly revised its controversial superannuation tax policy after two years of criticism from…
If you’re a GST-registered business, it’s that time of year again when you (or your accountant) need to prepare and submit a business activity statement to calculate your GST obligations or the GST refund you’re entitled to from the Australian Tax Office (ATO). Hiring a BAS agent or tax agent can provide extended due dates…
Get clarity on ‘Pty Ltd meaning’ and its implications for your Australian business, highlighting key benefits and guidelines for a sturdy enterprise foundation.
New sole trader or partnership businesses often operate at a loss for the first few years as they grow. To keep the business growing, sole traders and partners often have to cover the loss with other forms of income, usually salary income. Typically, in the initial stages of growing their new business, these individuals continue…
For many Australian graduates, HECS-HELP debt is a big financial burden that needs to be managed. The Australian Government supports the HECS-HELP loan scheme, which helps students cover their course fees. With recent changes to indexation rates and repayment thresholds, understanding your student loan is more important than ever. This guide will give you the…
Get the latest information on ATO audits, including what happens during an audit, what can be audited, and why
Knowing about the tax deductions for your home office expenses will certainly boost your small business tax return. However, many small business owners miss out on these expense claims because they aren’t equipped with the knowledge presented by the Australian Tax Office (ATO). Home-based businesses are a large part of the Australian business community, with…
If you’re new to the property investment sphere, being aware of the main residence exemption 6-year rule could help you avoid capital gains tax and save you thousands of dollars on the eventual sale of your investment property. Yet, so many first-time investors remain uninformed of the benefits of the 6-year rule. For example, some…
A bucket company, also known as corporate beneficiaries or a dumping company, are an incredibly useful strategy for tax planning and minimisation if done correctly suited for the right situation. This is because it can help you “cap” the amount of tax you pay at 30% (or 27.5% for small business entities) by moving as…
A common question we receive from clients who are starting their own businesses for the first time is whether financial statements are needed and what they do. For an accountant, this is a self-evident answer (yes, you need them!), but we think it’s important to clarify the objectives of financial statements and their purpose. Financial…
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