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Tax Updates 1 July 2024 · 5 min read

Stage 3 Tax Cuts: What the Revised Brackets Mean for Your FY 2024-2025 Return

An in-depth analysis of the amended Stage 3 tax package commencing 1 July 2024, detailing bracket changes, Medicare levy thresholds, and effective tax rates across income tiers.

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General Financial 6 min read

Single Touch Payroll (STP) Phase 2: A Practical Guide for Australian Employers

Understand Australian employer obligations under STP Phase 2, including the disaggregation of gross wages, paid leave reporting, salary sacrifice mapping, and Super Guarantee increases.

2 Sept 2024 Read Article →

SMSF Updates 8 min read

SMSF Compliance Essentials: Navigating the SIS Act and Avoiding Common Audit Pitfalls

An essential roadmap for SMSF trustees under the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993, highlighting the sole purpose test, prohibited loans, in-house asset caps, and annual audit readiness.

20 Aug 2024 Read Article →

Accounting Tips 6 min read

Maximizing Work-From-Home and Motor Vehicle Deductions: The Complete ATO Compliance Guide

Master ATO guidelines for claiming home office expenses using the revised 67c/hr fixed-rate method versus actual cost, plus cents-per-km versus 12-week vehicle logbooks.

5 Aug 2024 Read Article →

Business Advice 7 min read

Choosing the Right Australian Business Structure: Proprietary Company (Pty Ltd) vs Family Discretionary Trust

A practical guide comparing Australian business structures, examining liability protection, the 25% small business corporate tax rate, trust distribution flexibility, and CGT concessions.

15 July 2024 Read Article →