Insights
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Warning on SMSF asset valuations
The ATO has issued a warning to trustees of SMSFs about sloppy valuation practices. ATO data analysis has revealed that over 16,500 self managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) have reported assets as having the same value for three consecutive years. With many of...
Budget, tax cuts and small business investment incentives
The 2024-25 Federal Budget is the third for the Albanese Government and consistent with previous years, the primary themes are expected to be the cost of living and the economic shift to net zero. According to election guru Antony Green, the window for the next...
The assault on professional services practices
The ATO has signalled that it is willing to pursue professional services firms who divert profits to avoid tax. Two new cases before the Administrative Appeals Tribunal demonstrate how serious the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is about making sure professional...
Value influencers: How much is your business worth?
For many small business owners, their business is their largest asset and for many, one that is expected to help fund their retirement. But what is your business worth and what sets a high value business apart? Every business owner is naturally curious about just...
Non-compete clauses and worker restraints under review
A new issues paper from Treasury’s Competition Review questions whether non-compete clauses and other restraints are limiting job opportunities and movement. A recent Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) survey found that 46.9% of businesses surveyed used some...
The Fringe Benefits Tax traps
The Fringe Benefits Tax year (FBT) ends on 31 March. We explore the problem areas likely to attract the ATO’s attention.
The ATO Debt Dilemma
Last year, thousands of taxpayers were advised that they had an outstanding historical tax debt. The only problem was, many had no idea the debt existed.
How to take advantage of the 1 July super cap increase
From 1 July 2024, the amount you can contribute to super will increase. Find out how you can take advantage of the change.
Revised stage 3 tax cuts confirmed for 1 July
The revised stage 3 tax cuts have passed Parliament and will come into effect on 1 July 2024.