A binding death benefit nomination (BDBN) is a written notice provided to the trustee of a super fund which explicitly nominates a beneficiary for the super benefit in the case of the fund owners death. Individuals can choose to nominate either a dependent or a legal personal representative to receive the contents of their super
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text] Benefits of using a testamentary trust Testamentary trusts are established under a valid will to provide a greater level of control over the distribution of assets to beneficiaries. Not only do testamentary trusts provide tax advantages, they can also be an
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]With the federal election now well behind us, Simon Farmer from Walshs takes time to reflect on what a re-elected coalition government will mean for Qld surgeons. Taxation changes under the current government will be minimal in the immediate future, their focus
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]With less than a week to go until Australians hit the polling booths, Simon Farmer and Michael Walsh have summarised the key policies announced by the Labor and Coalition parties, including how these might impact specifically on our clients. Watch the video,
As the end of the financial year approaches, now is an ideal time to think about ways that you could grow your superannuation. Here are some strategies you can consider that will enable you to streamline your finances while also seeking some generous tax breaks. Concessional contributions: Also known as before-tax contributions, these are the
Maximise your tax deductions for the 2018-19 financial year by planning and reviewing your records. Here are top tips for businesses and individuals when it comes to year-end tax planning: Small business CGT concessions Individuals operating a small business may be eligible for capital gains tax (CGT) concessions on the sale of business assets. The
Owning an investment property can provide great benefits, including additional income and entitlement to tax deductions. The ATO has an increased audit focus on investment properties for the 2018-19 financial year and is expected to audit 4,500 rental property owners. Now is the time for property investors to take advantage of tax strategies available to
The Instant Asset Write-Off Scheme has been extended to 30 June 2020 for assets purchased under $30,000. The scheme affects small to medium businesses with a turnover of up to $50 million a year, allowing business owners to immediately deduct assets costing up to $30,000 which can then be claimed in their tax return in
Scammers have developed a different tactic over the New Year to impersonate the ATO. Perpetrators are using an ATO number to send SMS messages to taxpayers, asking them to click on a link and hand over their personal details. The ATO received many reports in 2018 of scammers manipulating call identification so the phone number
The ATO often focuses on specific behaviours, characteristics and tax issues that are suspicious and can lead to investigations. Due to enhancements in technology, the ATO has expanded its data matching capabilities which have improved the ability to identify incorrect reporting in tax returns. The ATO has released a list of behaviours and characteristics that
