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Taxwise for Business – November 2024

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IN THIS ISSUE WHAT’S NEW? Depreciation for Small Businesses FROM THE ATO  Are You a Small or Medium Business? Business Income and Expenses Hiring New…

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Am I Allowed to Withdraw Money From My Superfund?

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In the realm of financial planning, understanding the rules and regulations surrounding retirement savings is crucial. One common query that often arises is whether individuals…

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Taxwise for Business – June 2024

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IN THIS ISSUE  YEAR END TAX TIPS How to Reduce Your Tax Bill Trustee Resolutions WHAT’S IN THE LEGISLATIVE PIPELINE?  Small Business Instant Asset Write…

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Division 293 Release Authority via SuperStream

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For individuals subject to Division 293 tax, requesting a release of funds from your Superfund for Division 293 payment requires coordination between the individuals, the…

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Taxwise – BUDGET EDITION – May 2024

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IN THIS ISSUE  Key Tax & Superannuation Measures Business Income Tax Measure Small Business – $20,000 Instant Asset Write-off Extended Foreign Resident CGT Regime Rugby…

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What Is A Travelling Expense?

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What is a Travelling Expenses? According to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), travelling expenses eligible for claim typically include accommodation, meals, and incidental expenses. The…

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Taxwise for Business – May 2024

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IN THIS ISSUE  FROM THE ATO Check Your PAYG Instalments Can You Claim the Small Business Skills and Training Boost? Starting a Franchise EV Home…

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Taxwise for Individuals – May 2024

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IN THIS ISSUE STAGE 3 PERSONAL INCOME TAX CUTS REDESIGNED FROM THE ATO Is Your Business Eligible for Concessions? Check Your PAYG Instalments Claiming Working…

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Taxwise Business – March 2024

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IN THIS ISSUE WHAT HAS THE GOVERNMENT BEEN UP TO? Stage 3 Income Tax Cuts Redesigned GST Amendments FROM THE ATO Employee of Independent Contractor?…

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Main Residence CGT Exemption

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This article discusses the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) implications related to the sale of a dwelling, focusing on the main residence exemption. It highlights that…

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Death and Taxes

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As the saying goes, nothing is certain in life except death and taxes, and when you are acting as Executor of a Deceased Estate there…

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Succession Planning

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Business owners today have lots to think about and are finding their resources stretched, to keep up with the many regulatory requirements imposed on businesses….

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TaxWise Business – November 2023

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IN THIS ISSUE WHAT’S NEW IN PARLIAMENT Small Business Instant Asset Write Off Bonus Deductions for Improving Energy Efficiency FROM THE ATO Are You a…

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TaxWise Business – September 2023

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TaxWise Business News – September 2023 Tax Changes from 1 July 2023 Lodging a Tax Return Tax Losses Personal Services Income Home Office Company Tax…

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TaxWise For Individuals – September 2023

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TaxWise For Individuals September 2023 WHAT’S NEW Income Tax Thresholds Instant Asset Write-off GDP Adjustment for 2023/2024 Medicare Levey Surcharge and Private Health Insurance HELP…

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TaxWise Business – June 2023

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TaxWise Business News – June 2023 Year End Tax Tips What’s In The Parliamentary Pipeline? What Has The ATO Been Saying? The Recipe For Business…

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TaxWise Business – February 2023

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TaxWise Business News – February 2023 From The ATO What Has Parliament Done? What Is In The Parliament Pipeline? Key Tax Dates

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TaxWise Business – November 2022

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TaxWise Business News – November 2022 The Updated Federal Budget Budget Tax Measures Director ID Deadline – 30 November 2022 Key Tax Dates

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