The global economy is continuing to face headwinds and growth has been slowing since early this year. In April, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) explained that ‘global economic prospects have worsened significantly’ and ‘the outlook has deteriorated largely because of Russia’s…
Personal protective equipment (PPE) To claim a deduction for personal protective equipment (PPE) you have purchased to use at work, the expense must be incurred by yourself. A deduction cannot be claimed if your employer: pays for the items provides…
The Government first announced several big changes to super contributions for older people in the 2021/22 Federal Budget. These included: partially removing the work test for people aged 67 to 74^, extending eligibility to make non-concessional contributions (NCCs) under the…
The global economy is continuing to face headwinds. In April, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) explained that ‘global economic prospects have worsened significantly’ and ‘the outlook has deteriorated largely because of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine’. More recently, the environment has…
How crypto assets work Crypto assets are a digital representation of value that you can transfer, store or trade electronically. This also includes non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Crypto generally operates independently of a central bank, authority or government. Regardless of this…
The Business Planning Tool is a free web app for Victorian businesses that will assist you in setting goals, plan tasks, track your progress and learn new skills, no matter what stage your business is at. The tool provides guidance…
While most people do the right thing, a small number of people who engage in refund fraud will be held to account by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Examples of refund fraud Refund fraud is when a person claims a…
This year may see many families struggle financially. Since May this year, the RBA has lifted cash rates from 0.1% to 0.85% amid rising inflation and costs. For an increasing number of retirees who have left the workforce with mortgage…
Life after the nine-to-five routine can be equally exciting and intimidating, knowing that you’ll no longer receive a regular income from your employer. While relying on superannuation and the Aged Pension may have once been the norm, with an ageing…
The key areas that the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will be focusing on when you complete your 2021-2022 Tax Return are: Recordkeeping Work-related expenses Rental property income and deductions; and Capital gains from crypto-assets, property, and shares When determining what…