CGT implications of subdividing and building on the family property
Given the state of the property market in Australia these days, a not-uncommon situation can arise where a residential property owner seeks to demolish and subdivide the block containing the family home and build residential units. If you have the available land of course, this is a solid strategy. However it can cause headaches from a tax perspective.
The ATO is changing pay as you go withholding cycles for some clients
From 1 July 2017, we will change some of your clients’ pay as you go (PAYG) withholding cycles. This cycle change is based on the amount your client withheld under their Australian business number (ABN) in all branches in 2015-16.
5 tips to get home office deductions right
You might be sick of the daily commute, or want more flexibility of hours – or it could be that you have a talent or skill and feel sure that this can translate into a fulfilling career in your own business. Or it could just be that the idea of working from home seems to offer a better work/life balance.