What tax deductions can teachers claim on tax? Like many professionals, teachers often pay for work-related expenses out of their own pockets. In most cases, these expenses turn into valuable tax deductions for teachers come tax time. For a teacher, tax deductions can significantly improve your tax refund – if you know what you’re doing. […]
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Tax Deductions for Tradies – Give your refund a boost! (with Infographic)
I’m a tradie. What tax deductions can I claim? People who work in a trade such as builders, plumbers and electricians to name a few, often pay for work-related expenses out of their own pockets. And when you’re working long hours or busy meeting deadlines, it doesn’t leave you much time or energy to think […]
Pilot and Cabin Crew Tax Deductions
We explore tax deductions for cabin crew and pilots. What if there wasn’t a welcoming cabin crew with huge smiles when we board an airplane? Where would we all be without that extra pillow, hot meal, or glass of wine to ease the tedium of being squeezed into an area the size of a cat bed for hours […]
Tax Tips and Tax Deductions for Freelancers
Are you giving freelance work a go? Your freelancer tax deductions and tax tips are right here! Whether your video skills are in high demand, your Airtasker gigs have amped up or you are totally nailing it in the cupcake game, this freelancer tax deductions blog will be a massive help to you at tax […]
Tax Deductions for Aged Care Workers
Do you work in the aged care industry? Do you want to know what aged care worker tax deductions you can claim? From time to time you probably pay for work-related purchases “out of your own pocket”. Anytime you pay for a work-related item, you need to keep careful track so you can reclaim some […]
Tax Deductions for Nurses & Midwives
As a nurse, midwife or health professional, it’s common to purchase work-related items and pay for them yourself. And these out-of-pocket expenses are often valid tax deductions for nurses and are claimable on your next tax return. Below, we’ve covered a range of tax tips and tax deductions all nurses should read to help boost […]
Work related car expenses: how to claim cents per km or the logbook method
The ATO has rules for how to calculate car deductions. Find out how new car deduction rules may affect you (and your tax refund).
DoorDash tax in Australia: A complete guide for DoorDash Dashers
DoorDash connects Australians with local restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores — with delivery handled by independent contractors known as ‘Dashers’. This guide covers everything you need to know about tax as a DoorDash Dasher in Australia. 1. Do Dashers need an ABN? Yes. As a DoorDash Dasher, you must have an ABN, as DoorDash pays […]
Claiming the tax free threshold: What you should know…
What is the tax free threshold? The tax free threshold is the amount of income you can earn each year before you have to start paying tax. In Australia, the first $18,200 you earn between 1 July and 30 June is tax-free, regardless of which employer you earned it from. NOTE: The ATO’s definition of […]
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 […]
Share Economy Tax in Australia: What You Need to Know
Recent estimates suggest up to one in five Australians earn money through the share economy. They might drive for a ride sharing service, (e.g. Uber) rent out a spare room (e.g. Airbnb), deliver food, (e.g. DoorDash), complete odd jobs (e.g. Airtasker) or even provide professional services (e.g. Upwork). What is the sharing economy? The sharing […]
Simple Ways to Improve Your Tax Refund
Here’s the most common question people ask us every year: “How can I get a bigger refund and pay less tax?” Getting a bigger tax refund isn’t about finding loopholes. With a little organisation and the right help, it’s about knowing what you’re already entitled to claim. These four simple tips will help you make […]
Zone Tax Offset: Do you live in a remote area?
What is a zone tax offset? The zone tax offset is a tax concession offset offered by the Australian Tax Office for people who live in remote areas of Australia. This offset helps cover the higher cost of living, amenities and other environmental factors associated with remote living. The zone tax offset can provide significant […]
Contractor vs Employee: Which is best for you?
When you’re weighing up the contractor vs employee career route, you’re not just choosing a job title, you’re shaping your lifestyle, income strategy, and long-term career path. In this guide, we explore the trade-offs between employment and contracting, giving you a clear outline of each structure, along with real-world examples.
Want to become a sole trader? 3 steps to make sure you do it right!
Do you want to become a sole trader with long term success? We have a few tips to help you get started! If you have a great idea or an original product? Do you have a clear idea about who your customers will be and what they want? Are you prepared to deliver knock out service? If you answered […]
