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Restructurings spike: are DPNs the cause?

Last month we witnessed an interesting phenomenon – around 300 Small Business Restructuring appointments were made in just two days. When you consider the usual number is between 15 and 40 SBR appointments a day, there’s obviously something going on..

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It wasn’t me: the tax fraud scam

You login to your myGov account to find that your activity statements for the last 12 months have been amended and GST credits of $100k issued. But it wasn’t you. And you certainly didn’t get a $100k refund in your bank account. What happens now?

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Property and ‘lifestyle’ assets in the spotlight

Own an investment property or an expensive lifestyle asset like a boat or aircraft? The ATO are looking closely at these assets to see if what has been declared in tax returns matches up.

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What’s ahead for 2024-25?

Will 2024-25 be another year of volatility or a return to stability?

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ATO fires warning shot on trust distributions

The ATO has warned that it is looking closely at how trusts distribute income and to who.

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The essential 30 June 2024 guide - For businesses

The end of the financial year is fast approaching. We outline the areas at risk of increased ATO scrutiny and the opportunities to maximise your deductions.

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The essential 30 June 2024 guide - For individuals

The end of the financial year is fast approaching. We outline the areas at risk of increased ATO scrutiny and the opportunities to maximise your deductions.

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FY25 budget guide for superannuation and investors

Those with large superannuation balances will be disappointed that the 30% tax on super earnings on balances above $3 million remains in place, this is set to commence from 1 July 2025.

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FY25 budget guide for business and employers

For business, the Government is picking winners through targeted public investment with its Future Made in Australia Framework that they are betting will pave the way for private investment in net zero transformation and the strengthening of..

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FY25 budget guide for individuals and families

The FY25 budget puts focus on easing the cost of living pressures for individuals and families. In this article we outline the key changes and what this will mean for you.

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