Tax

Investment Property Loan Interest As A Tax Deduction?

August 2, 2023
Investment Property Loan Interest As A Tax Deduction? | Accountants Bayswater | TAS

Investment Properties and Tax Deductions The interest you pay on a loan to buy an investment property can be deducted from your income This means that, if you borrow against your main residence to buy an investment property, the interest from that loan is tax-deductible. Conversely, if you borrow money against your investment property to …

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What Happens To Superannuation When Bankruptcy Is Declared?

July 31, 2023
Superannuation and Bankruptcy - What Happens? | TAS | Bayswater

Superannuation and Bankruptcy – What You Need To Know Have you ever wondered what happens to superannuation in bankruptcy situations? Bankruptcy is a legal process that can be commenced when you are declared unable to pay your debts. It is a process that can release you from most debts, provide relief and allow you to …

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Tax Tips For Independent Support Workers (NDIS)

July 4, 2023

NDIS Workers and Tax As an independent support worker, you are operating your own business. That means you’re your own boss, which is wonderful, but it also means managing your tax and financial obligations.  It’s not the most exciting thing to do, but it’s important to stay on top of it. As a disability support …

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How to link myGov to the ATO and Business Portal

June 30, 2023

MyGov / ATO When it comes to managing your obligations as a business owner, connecting your myGov account with the ATO and Online Services for Business (formerly the “ATO Business Portal”) makes life much easier. Our clients should always set up the following online accounts. As a result, you and your tax agent always have …

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Your Guide To Super Contributions

June 8, 2023

Superannuation – What You Need To Know In some circumstances, superannuation contributions can be claimed on your tax return if they are made to a super fund or retirement savings account. However, these circumstances are limited and may require professional advice to maximise the benefits. Superannuation contributions that are paid by your employers directly to …

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Are NDIS support workers exempt from GST?

June 4, 2023

NDIS Workers and GST Are you working as an NDIS Support Worker? You may need to register for GST sometimes as it is not always NDIS GST Free. We they cover the GST obligations for employees, subcontractors through agencies, and sole traders managing their clients. NDIS is GST-free, right? In general, NDIS contracts are GST-free. …

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Concerned About Your Student Debt?

June 1, 2023

Student Debt: HECS & HELP Many are concerned about what a 7.1% interest rate increase for balloon HECS & HELP loans this July could mean for their student loan balances. HELP debts are indexed annually to maintain their real value by adjusting them in line with changes in the cost of living as measured by …

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Holiday Home Deductions

May 30, 2023

ATO: Holiday Home Claims The Australian Taxation Office is warning those with holiday homes to be wary of what they claim (and specifically when for) regarding their properties this year. You may need to be prepared to answer questions such as: How many days was it rented out, and was the rent in line with …

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This Year’s Tax Return Looks Different: Why?

May 29, 2023

What’s changed in this year’s tax return? The 2022-2023 tax return may look different to your previous returns, but there’s a reason – and it’s probably due to an expiry date. Here are our top three reasons that your tax refund this year might not feel as bountiful as the previous year: Work From Home …

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Working from home deductions

May 26, 2023

Deductions: Working From Home Working from home expenses can be deducted if you meet the following criteria: incur additional running expenses as a result of working from home be working from home to fulfil your employment duties, not just completing minimal tasks keep records at the time you work to prove you incur the cost. …

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The Instant Asset Write-Off Returns

May 18, 2023

Instant Asset Write-Off The Federal Budget has reintroduced the $20,000 Instant Asset Write-Off to benefit small businesses, amidst the myriad of measures announced by the government. The instant asset write-off will return for the 2023-24 financial year (between 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024). If you buy an asset to use for business purposes …

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Getting Fuel Tax Credits Right

May 12, 2023
Getting Fuel Tax Credits Right | Taxation | TAS | Bayswater

Fuel Tax Credits Getting Fuel Tax Credits Right: Fuel tax credits are often subject to change, so knowing what you or your business may be able to claim is critical. If you make the wrong claim on your BAS, you could be out of pocket for an avoidable mistake Fuel tax credits provide businesses with …

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