New legislation allows exemptions from paying Fringe benefits tax (FBT) on private use of electric vehicles which meet certain conditions. This article will help you make an informed decision on your next vehicle purchase, exploring the pros and cons and providing any necessary information. What is accepted…and the conditions: The first barrier to the exemption,
If you are an employer, then you will no doubt be aware of Single Touch Payroll (STP) and your obligations to be compliant to the STP2 changes that all employers must complete before 31st March 2023. The Government announced in the 2019-20 Budget, that Single Touch Payroll (STP) would be expanded to include additional information.
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has recently revised the fixed rate method for claiming working from home deductions. Previously, the fixed rate was 52 cents per hour and covered only running expenses for home office use. However, the new rate has been increased to 67 cents per hour and now includes additional expenses such as
We are proud to announce that Walshs has recently gained another incredible accolade having been named the winner in the category of ‘Self-Licenced Firm of the Year’ at the recent IFA Excellence Awards held on the 16th November in Sydney. These awards celebrate the best and brightest in the financial services industry nationally and we are thrilled to be
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
Salary Packaging provides you with a method of using pre-tax funds to pay for certain items with an eligible employer. If you work for a public benevolent organisation, you may be eligible for this benefit (e.g. Public Health, Research Institutes, etc.) What are the benefits Instead of your income being taxed, coming to you, and
With the end of the financial year upon us, it’s a good time for rental property owners to look at different types of rental expenses and deductions. This can help to avoid common tax mistakes and save you time and money. In 2019–20, over 1.8 million Australians owned rental properties and claimed $38 billion in
As 30 June 2021 fast approaches it is important to ensure the tax planning and compliance issues relating to your self-managed superannuation fund are in order. Set out below are a few matters to consider and take action on where necessary. Contributions The maximum contribution levels for 2020-21 for concessional and non-concessional contributions are: Concessional