The government have just confirmed the details surrounding what most retirees feared, the application of deeming rates to retirement income streams including allocated pensions. Currently, retirement income stream balances are not deemed, and a deductible amount is applied to the…
Are you really using your laptop or smart phone or tablet for business or work?[/col_2] The ATO has advised they are not as focused on individual occupations at the moment but on specific work related expenses. This year, its watch…
It is almost spring cleaning time and time to get your tax prepared. Have you been putting it off because it feels too difficult or you're worried about doing it. Let our tax specialist take the worry away and deal…
The ATO Are Like A Dog With A Bone. They are looking very closely at what you are claiming. We are suggesting as a priority you speak to one of our experienced accountants in our office. With tax avoidance costing…
What have you put off lately? Cleaning the gutters? Having your car serviced? The reasons for putting these and many other tasks off are wide and varied. Unfortunately, the risks associated with putting off what may seem simple tasks can…
ATO steps up data mining program. The Australian Taxation Office is mining data to identify individuals with undisclosed offshore income and assets. If you used to live overseas or have investment or income from overseas now is the time to…
What would you like to accomplish in the new financial year 2015? Half the year is gone, and for some people, their dream of owning their own home, getting out of debt or traveling abroad, hasn’t even begun. Whatever…
"...I am just sick of having no money left at the end of the month. Roy A. McDonald helped relieve my stress, worry and they dealt with the ATO for me. I am so glad they are on my side..."…
Have you found the aged care standards not to you liking? We can help. We specialise in the whole situation with your loved ones. We have attached a presentation we did at networking event called BNI. Click here to get…
In one of the more highly anticipated Federal Budgets, the Government announced major changes that could warrant a review of your financial plans. Click here to see what the federal budget impact on families will be. Note: the changes are…