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Relevant For: Private company owners, directors, financial controllers and bookkeepers needing clarity on Division 7A compliance. Key Points: Division 7A applies to loans, payments and benefits from private companies, not just shareholders. Journal entries alone may not offset minimum yearly repayment obligations. Personal use of company funds triggers Division 7A considerations. Regular monitoring ensures compliance […]

Published on: 18 March 2025
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Relevant For: Private business owners and high net worth individuals, especially those navigating succession or trust arrangements. Key Points: ATO is prioritising reducing tax debt across private groups. Succession plans involving reorganisations may face extra scrutiny. Tailored tax governance expected for different group sizes. Family trust elections often misused, risking extra tax. On-time lodgement is […]

Published on: 18 March 2025
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This month for you we have the following Insights & Updates: Business Improvement Insights Strategic Planning for a Confident New Year Four Essentials for Your Business Financial Toolkit Evaluating a Franchise Opportunity Starting a Business Diagnostic Tax Updates 2024 Year-End Tax Wrap: What Happened and a Look Ahead Protection Updates ASIC Upholds Director Accountability Criminal […]

Published on: 18 March 2025
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This month for you we have the following Insights & Updates: Business Improvement Insights Choosing the Right Business Structure for Your Startup Raising Capital (Investor Readiness) Diagnostic Tax Updates FBT and Tax Planning for End-of-Year Parties and Gifts Key Dates for the ATO Super Clearing House: End-of-Year Reminders ATO Targeted Review of Medium and Emerging […]

Published on: 18 March 2025
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This month for you we have the following Insights & Updates: Business Improvement Insights Five Phases of a High Performing Leader Enhancing Employee Engagement Leadership Diagnostic Tax Updates New Limits on ATO Interest Deductions The Commonwealth Penalty Unit has Increased Contractor or Employee? Recent Case Offers Insight for Businesses Federal Court Ruling on Unexplained Bank […]

Published on: 18 March 2025
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This month for you we have the following Insights & Updates: Business Improvement Insights A Detailed Guide to Creating and Managing Workplace Policies Utilising Small Business Restructuring When In Financial Distress A Detailed Guide to Effective Family Business Succession Planning Selling a Business Diagnostic Tax Updates New ATO Guidelines on Personal Services Income Handling Employee […]

Published on: 18 March 2025
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This month for you we have the following Insights & Updates: Business Improvement Insights Effective Risk Management for Business Success Implementing a Family Governance Framework Wealth Protection Diagnostic Tax Updates Super Guarantee Compliance: A Key Focus for ATO Debt Collection Maximise Your Super Contributions in 2024–2025: Key Changes to Bring-Forward Arrangements Navigating ATO’s Online Selling […]

Published on: 18 March 2025
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This month for you we have the following Insights & Updates: Business Improvement Insights 5 Tips For Developing A Business Plan Experience Success Diagnostic Tax Updates Updated ATO Guidance For Extended Definition of Employee For Superannuation Purposes The Risks of Undisclosed Business Income: Lessons from a Recent Tribunal Decision Choosing the Right Method to Claim […]

Published on: 18 March 2025
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This month for you we have the following Insights & Updates: Business Improvement Insights Key Business Succession Issues The Crucial Importance of an Up-to-Date Will Succession Planning Diagnostic Tax Updates New Financial Year Compliance Checklist for Businesses Streamlined STP Finalisation for Employers Payroll Tax Annual Reconciliation: Including Key Considerations for Employers with Remote Workers Taxable […]

Published on: 02 July 2024
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Relevant For: Everyone. Key Points: ATO impersonation scams are rising. In May 2024, ATO impersonation scam reports increased by 31%. Scammers use unsolicited SMS, email and social media to offer fake refunds or resolve tax issues. ATO is removing hyperlinks from unsolicited SMS to prevent phishing. Verify ATO communications through official contact numbers. The ATO […]

Published on: 02 July 2024
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Relevant For: Australian investors. Key Points: Fake ASIC branding is being used in social media scams. Reports include misleading social media ads, cold calling and fake Telegram accounts. ASIC does not endorse investment training or platforms. ASIC does not cold call investors about investments. Investor need to be cautious and verify ASIC-related communications. Full Article: […]

Published on: 02 July 2024
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This month we have the following Insights & Updates for you: Business Improvement Insights Implementing a Performance Improvement Plan for Employees Staff Performance Diagnostic 10 End of Financial Year Tasks For Businesses Tax Updates Uncertainty over the instant asset write-off threshold for 2023-24 Why your PAYG withholding reporting cycle must soon change Tax Issues to […]

Published on: 10 June 2024
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Relevant For: Business owners, financial controllers and bookkeepers preparing for the end of the financial year. Key Points: Reconcile all financial accounts for accuracy and clarity. Conduct thorough inventory audits to correct discrepancies and update valuations. Review and analyse financial reports to assess performance and identify improvement areas. Assess and ensure compliance with all tax […]

Published on: 10 June 2024
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Relevant For: Australian investors and superannuation holders. Key Points: ASIC warns against cold callers urging super fund switches using personal data from brokers or baiting techniques. Particular note to people aged 25-50, due to significant risk of reduced retirement savings due to unsuitable investments and high fees. ASIC calls for increased vigilance from super trustees. […]

Published on: 10 June 2024
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Relevant For: Individuals and businesses considering investment opportunities, particularly in bonds and term deposits. Key Points: Rise in scams involving fake bonds and term deposits. Scammers impersonate legitimate financial services using real business details. Scams often involve online ads and social media posts. Professional and convincing counterfeit investment materials are used. Scammers gain trust by […]

Published on: 10 June 2024
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