Accountants play an important role in assisting business owners with navigating complex processes. One such aspect demanding careful attention pertains to claiming deductions for depreciating assets. Let’s delve into the strategic timing for claiming deductions, the various types of depreciating assets, and the significance of maintaining precise records to optimise tax benefits. Strategic timing
Key instant asset write-off changes The instant asset write-off incentive is a tax-saving initiative introduced by the Australian Government. It allows eligible businesses to deduct the full cost of certain assets in the year they are purchased, rather than claiming the cost over a number of years. Recently, the Government has announced that it will
Structuring your home loan to get the best possible tax outcomes as a doctor is vital, considering the huge amounts you send to the tax man every year. At Walshs, we are specialists in not only securing market-leading home loans for doctors but in supporting your future wealth health. As such, we’ve created this handy
Selling your rental property is a great opportunity to unlock some personal equity. But don’t forget the taxman wants a slice of the cake. Capital gains tax (CGT) is liable for the profits on the sale of property, however the capital gains tax 6 year rule provides some exemptions which can be utilised to optimise
As a newly self-employed doctor, there are a significant number of considerations that need to be worked through, for example; registering for GST, managing practice obligations, managing tax liabilities and finding new patients. Often, growing wealth at this time can be difficult or become a low priority. When moving into private practice, you become self-employed
The Ruling On the 22nd of December, the QLD Office of State Revenue (QRO) issued a Public Ruling (Payroll Tax Ruling PTAQ000.6.1), which specifically deals with the application of payroll tax to medical centres. A link to this ruling can be found here. The intent of the ruling was to provide further guidance on the
With fuel prices on the rise, along with a global environmental awareness, the electric vehicle market in Australia has seen an exponential growth. For small business owners where business vehicles are a common asset with sizable deductions, it is important to know the differences between what can be claimed for a motor vehicle (MV) and
As we move towards the end of financial year, it becomes important to look at your tax planning and ways that you can maximise your tax savings. These tax planning tips for individuals and businesses will help you cover off some important considerations before the end of the 2021-2022 financial year. RECORD KEEPING Taxpayers are required
The 2022-23 budget was handed down this week by Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg which encompassed the economic stability Australia is experiencing as it rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic. Significant tax and productivity reforms were low on the agenda with focus mainly on key spending measures and continuing Australia’s post-pandemic, natural disaster and conflicted international environment
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