Rental property owners, gig economy workers and people trying to claim too much in work-from-home expenses will come under the Australian Taxation Office’s spotlight this year, a tax expert has revealed.
The tax man will be looking closely at deductions this year, but there are several key way Aussies can boost their refunds.
Tax time is stressful enough without the added worry of cybercriminals making off with your hard-earned refund.
Millions of workers hoping to grab Labor’s new $1000 “instant” tax deduction will be waiting a while, and even when it arrives it could prove costly for many people.
Work-related and working-from-home tax deductions are a key focus for the Australian Taxation Office this year as some of the nation’s 15 million taxpayers test the ATO’s patience with silly claims.

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  • "Great insights on tax-saving strategies! Planning ahead before June 30 is crucial for maximizing returns. Thanks for the valuable tips!"

    By: SavePlus UAE at Feb 13, 2025 3:05PM

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  • "Hi, I’m wanting some advice on setting up my new Personal Training business and the need to purchase a car that’s reliable and able to carry all my equipment. Can I claim the cost I pay for the car..."

    By: Kate Miller at Nov 22, 2023 10:30AM

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  • "Hello Mr Taxman. I am an American and live in America. I have a Forex trading account with Trade Nation in Australia. I have done well and made some profits. The total account is 42k with around 27k..."

    By: Bill at Oct 09, 2023 8:54PM

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  • "Hi, I work from home however I'm occasionally asked to go to my employer's home and work from her house. Can I claim this travel? "

    By: Erin at Aug 01, 2023 9:51AM

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  • "Hi, What is the protocol for claiming tax on my personal trailer which is used by my work for all general maintenance work on a full time basis. Thanks Lee."

    By: Les Wilkinson at Jul 09, 2023 5:35AM

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