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FBT for employees and contractors - what you need to know

The Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year ends on 31 March. We’ve outlined the hot spots for employers and contractors.

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Ban on foreign property investor purchases

As part of the plan to discourage foreign "land banking", significant changes have been announced regarding foreign investment in the Australian property market.

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Is there a problem paying your super when you die?

The Government has announced its intention to introduce mandatory standards for large superannuation funds to, amongst other things, deliver timely and compassionate handling of death benefits. Do we have a problem with paying out super when a..

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Why the ATO is targeting babyboomer wealth

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) thinks that wealthy babyboomer Australians, particularly those with successful family-controlled businesses, are planning and structuring to dispose of assets in a way in which the tax outcomes might not be in..

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GST on Mergers & Acquisitions: What You Can (and Can’t) Claim

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) stand as monumental events that can shape the future of a company. These complex transactions often promise growth, innovation, and competitive advantages. 

Goods and..

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Avoid ATO Penalties: Division 7A compliance for business owners

The ATO is cracking down on business owners who take money or use company resources for themselves. 

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5 Key GST considerations on the acquisition of a renewable energy project

When acquiring a renewable energy project, understanding the GST implications is crucial to ensure you are claiming the maximum GST credits while staying compliant with the ATO.

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When overseas workers are Australian employees

The Fair Work Commission has determined that a Philippines based "independent contractor" was an employee unfairly dismissed by her Australian employer.

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What makes or breaks Christmas?

The cost of living has eased over the past year but consumers are still under pressure. For business, planning is the key to managing Christmas volatility.

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Payday super: the details

‘Payday super’ will overhaul the way in which superannuation guarantee is administered. We will look at the first details and the impending obligations on employers.

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