The festive season is a great time to show your staff appreciation. Many business owners like to give Christmas gifts, but a common question arises:...
Can I Claim a Tax Deduction For Buying Christmas Gifts for My Employees?
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We’re including debts on hold in account balances
By the Australian Taxation Office 7 August 2025 An update on changes to debts on hold with the ATO. The ATO may place a debt on hold if we decide...
Differences Between an Accountant and a Financial Planner
When it comes to managing your finances, there are two professions that can help you understand your numbers, and ensure you have a plan to get to...
ATO tax debt to become more expensive from July 2025
If you currently owe money to the ATO, it’s about to get more costly. From 1 July 2025, the two most common interest charges the ATO applies to late...
How Australian small businesses can prepare for a new era of superannuation
By Xero October 9 2025 The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has announced a significant change that will affect the way around 250,000 Australian...
Mortgage vs Investing – Insights from Morningstar
One of the most common questions I hear from clients is whether it is better to use surplus funds to pay down their mortgage or to invest. Mark...
“Just Pay Me in Cash” – Why A Simple Sentence Can Be a Red Flag To The ATO
Cash-in-hand jobs might seem harmless - after all, what’s the harm in a quick weekend gig paid in cash? But when it comes to tax time, failing to...
GST Refund Fraud: A Growing Concern for Businesses
GST refund fraud has emerged as one of the most costly tax issues in recent years, with the ATO issuing Taxpayer Alert TA 2025/2 to warn against...
Why Is The ATO Watching WFH Claims More Closely This Tax Season?
Working from home is now a regular part of life for many Australians, with home offices replacing the daily commute for a growing number of...
Tax Time Scams, Stay Alert not Alarmed
Every year, tax time brings a surge in scam activity. Fraudsters often pose as the ATO or other government agencies to trick individuals into...