Posts Tagged ‘tax’
Federal Budget Wrap 2023-24
Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, delivered the 2023-24 Federal Budget last night, where the Government has outlined a raft of measures which aim to strike a “considered, methodical balance” between fiscal restraint and supporting Australians through the current difficult times. The Government has announced a small surplus of $4.2 billion this financial year, the first in 15…
Read MoreThe $3M Superannuation Balance Tax – What does it mean?
There would be very few people who haven’t heard about the governments proposed increase in tax on balances in superannuation in excess of $3m.
Read MoreATO targets small business on late and upaid tax
Small businesses are one of the biggest contributors to the national tax debt, according to the ATO, and now they’re cracking down to recoup the $11.9 billion owed. Regular tax collection and penalties for late payment are ramping up from January 1, 2023. So what do you need to do to stay on the right…
Read MoreFederal Budget – the biz and finance wrap
By now, we’re all familiar with the political rhetoric around ‘tightening our belts’ to recover the $36.9 billion Federal Budget deficit and survive higher cost of living. The recently announced budget suggests that resource prices, taxes and low-unemployment are crucial to economic recovery. Read on to discovery how those budget themes will impact SME’s. A…
Read MoreOverwhelming: Taxes about to increase as cost of living gets tighter
Federal Treasurer, Jim Chalmers has indicated that some tax and revenue measures may need to be adjusted (aka increased) in the next annual Federal Budget in May 2023, or as soon as 25 October when a mini budget is scheduled to be presented to Parliament. With interest rates and everyday expenses also rising, it’s important…
Read MoreUrgent message to business owners: ATO unrelenting in tax debt recovery – DPNs on the rise
The ATO is on a mission to recover unpaid taxes and directors are being held personally liable. The stakes are high, and business owners MUST seek the help of their accountant to navigate this murky water. Tens of thousands of warning letters are issued by the ATO each month to directors of companies with outstanding…
Read MoreTop pressures on business cash flow and how to get ahead of it
The top (although not only) pressures on cash flow for small businesses are overdue invoices, inventory bloating, professional development to address the skills shortage and business technology. Various institutions, including Xero, the Australian Tax Office and Treasury have made announcements that relate to these themes with the intention of relieving cash flow pressure. Read on…
Read MoreIncome tax cuts are coming
Labor is sticking to its Stage 3 income tax cut plans. Here’s what it means for your income… The plan, which passed into law in 2019 with Labor’s support, will remove the bracket taxing 37 cents of each dollar of earnings between $120,001 and $180,000. The $180,000 top bracket limit will expand to $200,000. It…
Read MoreHealthy habits for SME’s this new Financial Year to save time and tax
One of our favourite sayings is: when the going gets tough, the tough get going. Never has it been more relevant for business owners everywhere. To get you going this new financial year, there are some simple things you can do to boost your business health, and save time and tax. Year-round advice Many business…
Read MoreATO crackdown on Family Trusts
In an effort to crack down on Family Trusts, the Australian Tax Office (ATO) released a draft ruling and accompanying guidance in February. The draft ruling suggests that they intend to target ‘reimbursement arrangements’, generally referred to as Section 100A. There is much detail trustees and beneficiaries need to get their heads around, but for…
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