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System failures and breaches are becoming more common, and it’s important to protect yourself from identity theft. Recently, 9.7 million people were affected by the Optus breach and the cost of cybercrimes in Australia is upwards of $1.6 billion per year. What do you do if you’re online identity has been stolen? With cyber crime on the rise, it’s best to act fast.
All good things come to an end, and sometimes that end is the closure of a business. When the decision is final, set a date and inform all stakeholders, including suppliers, contractors, employees, and clients. Take the time to properly close your business and meet all tax obligations before cancelling any registrations.
You may be running a new business or just starting up. You’ve got your accounts set up but you really don’t know what needs to be done when it comes to tax. When do you need to lodge? What do you need to do? These are all valid questions, especially since you may never have had to think about tax for your business before. So let’s answer some of the questions for the newbies out there.
Are you a landlord dealing with repairs and maintenance on your rental property? It’s important to know what costs are tax deductible and how to claim them. Our short report outlines exactly what you should be on the look out for when it comes to rental tax deductions.
Starting your own business is a big step towards achieving your goals, but there are some key things you need to understand before you start. Each business structure has its own tax and reporting obligations. A little bit of research and preparation can go a long way in making sure your business is successful.
Don’t panic if you’ve made a mistake on your tax return! You can amend it. The ATO has a 2-year window for amending your tax return from the date of the original lodgement. Find out how in our short blog.