Introduction Your super fund is like a special savings account for your retirement. It’s important to keep it safe. But there are some people who want to trick you into doing things that could hurt your super fund. They might try to get you to pay less tax or take out money from your fund … Continue reading Protecting Your Retirement Savings: Watch Out for Tricky Schemes Targeting Your Super Fund
Introduction Many Australians choose to manage their retirement savings through Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) because it gives them more control. But lately, there have been concerns about people using SMSFs in ways that could get them into trouble with the tax authorities. One area of concern is when SMSFs get involved in property development projects. … Continue reading SMSFs and Property Development: Be Cautious
Introduction In recent times, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has increased its focus on taxpayers with outstanding tax lodgments and debts. This shift in focus has led to heightened penalties for those who fail to meet their tax obligations. As part of the 2023–24 Federal budget, the ATO received increased funding to scrutinise taxpayers with … Continue reading Avoid ATO’s Increased Tax Penalties: Important Updates and Reminders
Introduction Research and development (R&D) plays a critical role in defining the landscape of industries in the domain of innovation and advancement. Recognizing the importance of R&D activities, governments throughout the world frequently offer tax breaks to encourage businesses to participate in them. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has issued a reminder on tax offsets … Continue reading R&D Tax Offsets: A Closer Look at Recent ATO Reminder
Introduction The landscape of Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs) has been significantly influenced by recent interest rate hikes, with trustees facing challenges and opportunities alike. As SMSF trustees grapple with the implications of higher interest rates on limited recourse borrowing arrangements (LRBAs) and investment strategies, it’s essential to understand the changing dynamics and make informed decisions. … Continue reading Understanding SMSFs and the Effects of Rising Interest Rates
Introduction As tax season progresses, many Australians are seeing a noticeable shift: Some people are owing money to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for the first time. This is especially true for young Australians who are still repaying their HECS/HELP loans. In this blog article, we’ll look at some common misconceptions and realities about unexpected … Continue reading Navigating Unexpected Tax Debts and Common Myths for Australian Taxpayers
Introduction Trusts have long been a popular legal and financial instrument for business structuring and asset management. They provide benefits like asset protection, income distribution flexibility, and possible tax advantages. However, recent developments and crackdowns by tax authorities such as the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) have raised concerns about the viability of trusts for business … Continue reading Trusts – Are They Still Worth It? Navigating the Changing Landscape
