Stiff ATO penalties for failure to declare crypto profits

Jun 01, 2021

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Those who hold cryptocurrencies, such as bitcoin, as an investment are likely to receive a “please explain” from the Australian Taxation Office if they fail to declare when they are sold at a profit.

ATO refunds: Five tips for bigger personal tax deductions

May 31, 2021

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The tax man will be looking closely at deductions this year, but there are several key way Aussies can boost their refunds.

How to claim your ‘work from home’ expenses in this year’s tax return

May 30, 2021

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Working from home has been great for some but claiming your expenses can be confusing. Here’s one pitfall you should avoid.

Revealed: 9 types of Aussies on ATO’s hit list this year

May 27, 2021

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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.

Superannuation changes cause a July cut in take-home pay for many workers

May 25, 2021

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Workers across Australia face a surprise pay cut when compulsory employer superannuation payments rise from 9.5 to 10 per cent of wages on July 1.

101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax - Legally! 2020 - 2021

Jun 11, 2020

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An essential money-saving resource for every Australian who pays tax – updated for the 2020-2021 tax year and including the latest COVID-19 pandemic government relief measures.

101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax - Legally! 2019-2020

Jun 01, 2019

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An essential money-saving resource for every Australian who pays tax – fully updated for the 2019-2020 tax year.

101 Ways To Save Money on Your Tax - Legally! 2018-2019

Jun 01, 2018

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The essential money-saving tax resource, updated for 2019-2020

101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax - Legally! 2017-2018

Jun 01, 2017

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Mr. Taxman is back to save you even more on your 2017-2018 tax

101 Ways To Save Money On Your Tax - Legally 2016-2017

Jun 01, 2016

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Mr. Taxman is back with essential money-saving tax tips for 2016-2017

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