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Where there’s a Will, there’s an Estate Plan – Well, there should be
Let’s face it: no-one likes to think of death, especially their own. It’s not exactly a great conversation starter, is it? This might explain why so many people end up “dying Intestate” which means they die without a will and, as a consequence, have their assets distributed according to State law.
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The ATO Focus On Working From Home Expense Claims | Income Tax Returns
Pat Mannix talks about Working From Home Expense Claims. What are the ATO rules on this? What home office expenses can I claim on my tax return? What are my options? Pat answers all of these questions in this informative short video.
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Are Your Contractors Really Employees?
Two landmark cases before the High Court highlight the problem of identifying whether a worker is an independent contractor or employee for tax and superannuation purposes.
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Temporary Full Expensing | Small Business Asset Write-Offs
Let’s talk about Temporary Full Expensing (TFE). What is TFE? What assets can I write-off? What date do you need to apply by? Pat answers all of these questions in this informative short video.
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Immediate Deductions Extended
Legislation passed by Parliament last month extends the Temporary Full Expensing rules to cover assets that are first used or installed ready for use by 30 June 2023.
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What is a Director Identification Number? | Why do I Need a DIN?
Pat Mannix talks about Director Identification Numbers (DIN). What is a DIN? Why do the directors of Australian companies need one? What date do you need to apply by? Pat answers all of these questions in this informative short video.
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Kids Over 18 in a Family Trust | Distributions
Pat Mannix talks about the distribution and tax changes that occur within a Family Trust once a child is over 18 years old. Check out this informative short video.
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The ATO’s Attack on Trusts and Trust Distributions
Late last month, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) released a package of new guidance material that directly targets how trusts distribute income. Many family groups will pay higher taxes (now and potentially retrospectively) as a result of the ATO’s more aggressive approach.
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