Author Archives: Sally Adams

New Work From Home Record Keeping Requirements

Are you one of the five million Australians who claim work from home deductions? If

SMSF Compliance: What’s on the ATO’s Radar?

In a recent speech, ATO assistant Commissioner Justin Micale outlined the ATO’s latest compliance issues

Accommodation Sharing and Tax

The ATO has reminded taxpayers around their sharing economy tax obligations when providing accommodation. The

ATO Finalises Section 100A Guidance for Family Trusts

Do you operate your business via a family trust? The ATO released its final guidance

Can you use your SMSF Property upon Retirement?

Many SMSF trustees wonder if they can live in their SMSF property once they retire.

The Importance of Cash Flow Forecasts

As we enter into the new year, with many economists predicting a slowing of the

Reduction in Downsizer Eligibility Age

The eligibility age for downsizer contributions reduced from 60 to 55 years from 1 January

ATO New-Year Resolutions

The ATO has released its new year resolutions…and there is not a gym in sight!

Missed the Director ID Deadline?

Have you missed the deadline to apply for a director identification number (director ID)? If so,

Rental expenses in excess of income is not deductible

With many parts of Australia in the grip of a rental crisis, a significant number