Startup businesses often start recording financial transactions using simple spreadsheets and DIY bookkeeping. In the starting stage, monitoring and recording transactions feels manageable, and managing the basics yourself can save money. However, when your business...
Did you know that there are many business owners who make BAS mistakes? BAS mistakes not only cost them money but can also put their business at risk. A Business Activity Statement (BAS) is a report that business owners need to file with the Australian Taxation Office...
What is a Car Parking Fringe Benefit? As an employer, you offer a car parking fringe benefit on any day that all following occur: Your employees park their car in a place that you own, control or lease (your business premises) is near or at their primary place of...
What are Operating Expenses? Operating expenses are expenses you have to pay for or have paid for in the everyday running of your business. Here are some examples of operating expenses: renting premises, office stationery, and the purchase of trading stock. These...
Understanding your obligations under Australia’s Pay As You Go (PAYG) withholding system is essential for staying compliant and avoiding unnecessary penalties. In this blog, we’ll discuss when you are required to register for PAYG withholding, who it applies to, and...
Did you know you can claim deductions for tools and equipment you use for work? Yes, you’ve heard it right. But you must know what tools and equipment expenses you can claim as a deduction. In this blog, we’ll list tools and equipment eligible for deductions....
Treasury Laws Amendment (Strengthening Financial Systems and Other Measures) Act 2025 The Act received Royal assent on 4 December 2025 and is now law. It extends the $20,000 instant asset write-off for eligible small businesses with turnover under $10 million by 12...
Division 296 Exposure draft legislation has been released by the government for consultation on the Better Targeted Super Concessions measure announced in October 2025. Schedules 1 and 3 of the draft Bill, along with the draft Imposition Bill, propose the introduction...
Personal Services Businesses and Part IVA The Practical Compliance Guideline PCG 2025/5 has been released by the ATO, which explains when arrangements are considered low risk or high risk for the application of Part IVA. The guideline focuses on scenarios where...
In this blog, we’ll discuss how business owners can claim a tax deduction for employee salaries, wages, and super contributions. When Can You Claim a Deduction? As a business owner, you can apply to claim a tax deduction for: the wages and salaries you pay to...