Uni students can sometimes claim great tax deductions during their degrees and qualifications if they meet certain criteria. In this post we’ll discuss tax deductions for uni students – and outline some expenses you are not allowed to claim. It’s worth noting straight away that in order to claim any kind of tax deduction, you […]
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How To Claim Tax Deductions Without Receipts
Claiming expenses without a receipt can be risky because the ATO is watching for false claims. But in some cases it’s okay to claim tax deductions without receipts! Let’s dig into this to ensure you maximise your refund AND avoid ATO troubles.
The Top 5 Forgotten Tax Deductions
Now is a great time to discuss tax deductions – especially the ones too many people miss out on We surveyed our senior accountants and asked them: What are the top 5 forgotten deductions on individual tax returns? – that is, deductions people can claim, but often forget or don’t know about. We’ve compiled the […]
Etax Fees: How much does a tax return cost at Etax.com.au?
Here’s everything you need to know about the low Etax fees and why Etax.com.au is Australia’s favourite online tax agent. Why is there a tax agent fee to use the online tax return at Etax? Etax is a registered Australian tax agent that offers you: Etax is like visiting an old-fashioned tax accountant – but quicker […]
How to apply for Jobseeker Payments (or other coronavirus stimulus payments)
Loosing your job is a stressful enough event on it’s own, take into account the global COVID-19 pandemic and the last thing you will want to have to deal with is the process of applying for a jobseeker payment at Centrelink. It is not easy to navigate the myGov or the Centrelink website. To make […]
Can You Still Claim your Laptop, Handbag or Briefcase as a Tax Deduction?
Yes, you can often claim your handbag for work as a tax deduction, as well as your other work bags. But don’t go shopping just yet! There are some important things to keep in mind. The basic rule for claiming a handbag or briefcase as a tax deduction is that it must be directly connected […]
Coronavirus Stimulus Information for Small Businesses: Everything small businesses need to know
The devastating coronavirus pandemic has hit small businesses hard. As a result, a number of sole traders are without work and many small businesses closed their doors and let go staff. Consequently, the Australian Government recently issued two rounds of stimulus packages to help business owners. The first stimulus package on 12 March included a […]
Unpaid Internships: The Experience Problem
If you’re studying or looking to change careers, you’ve probably encountered the ‘experience paradox’. Most job ads prefer that you have previous experience in the industry, but you can’t get that experience without a job in the first place. Enter: unpaid internships. They can give you the experience you need to flesh out your resume […]
Modern Awards: Your Rights as an Employee
As an employee in Australia, you have workplace rights that protect both your working conditions and how much you’re paid. In many industries, one of the most important protections is something called a modern award. They set the minimum pay rates and conditions for different industries.
APRA Super-fund or a Self-Managed Super Fund?
Choosing the Right Super Option for Your Unique Needs Self-managed super funds (SMSFs) are growing in popularity and more Australians are using them to build their retirement funds. What are SMSFs, and most importantly, are they worth it? Below we compare the two most popular options, self-managed and APRA-regulated funds. Definitions What is a Self-Managed […]
Tax Tips for Farmers – What assistance is there?
It’s no secret that Australian farmers are experiencing a tough set of circumstances right now. While campaigns to support farmers are fantastic, there are a number of tax tips for farmers to be aware of as well specially enacted concessions available. These altered tax rules are intended to directly support rural Australia and farming communities until […]
Did COVID-19 turn you into work at home parents and teachers?
Temporary work at home parents-come-teachers. A few tips for navigating this new landscape. As 2020 dawned, no one in their wildest dreams expected the unprecedented global shift that COVID-19 has brought about. With many of us still trying to grapple with having our lives literally locked down, a significant number of us took our jobs […]
Crypto Tax Australia – Your Guide to Cryptocurrency and Your Tax Return
The use of cryptocurrency is growing every day in Australia, but what actually is it? More importantly, how does crypto tax affect you? First things first: What is cryptocurrency? Cryptocurrency, usually shortened to crypto, is used to describe a digital or ‘virtual’ currency. Crypto is similar to normal currency when it comes to spending but […]
Worried about job security? Up-skill to protect yourself!
Up-skilling to protect your existing job seems tough, but in recent years it’s become the norm across many industries. Plenty of jobs that used to be common just don’t exist anymore. When was the last time you saw a milkman doing the rounds? (Or, have you ever seen a milkman?) The flipside is that change […]
4 Ways To Get Your Tax Refund Faster
Waiting for your tax refund is agony, especially when you’ve got plans for the money. Here’s why some Australians get their refunds in as little as seven days while others wait months. How do you get a tax refund faster? So, here’s something most people don’t know: the ATO doesn’t process returns in the order […]
