Who knew you could claim the sunscreen you slathered on during those open air functions last summer? Or the advanced barista course that made you the best coffee artist on the strip? We did – and that’s not all! Hospitality tax deductions put a big chunk of your hard earned cash back in your wallet […]
The Etax Blog: Tax Tips
How to claim tax deductible donations
When you give money to an official charity, your gift can be a tax deductible donation Tax deductible donations are a great way to give your tax refund a boost while contributing to a worthy cause. Charities rely on the generosity of people’s donations to support them, so they can achieve goals like helping the […]
Work at home mum – the ultimate balancing act
So, how do you build your business when you’re a work at home mum and your adorable darlings are doing their utmost to distract you with death defying leaps and tantrums that could literally wake the dead? It’s true that you were never under the illusion that you would enjoy uninterrupted hours at your laptop […]
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 fee to use the online tax return at Etax? Etax is a registered Australian tax agent that offers you: a fast, simple and easy to use online tax return, PLUS customisation for your […]
When is the best time to do your tax return?
The best time to do your tax return is generally “sooner, not later”, but the reasons and details depend whether you have a refund coming, or you owe money to the ATO. PART ONE: What’s the best time to do your tax return… IF you expect a tax refund? If you will get a tax […]
Filling the pot: Tax deductions for chefs and cooks
Tax deductions for chefs and cooks are numerous – but do you know what you can claim on your tax return? Look no further, we’ve got you covered. Most of us have a love affair with food, so the fabulous people who create the dishes in our favourite cafes and restaurants inevitably become our absolute […]
Claiming Self-Education Expenses as Tax Deductions
Self-education is essential for our minds, our general sense of wellbeing and our future employment prospects After all, if we stop learning, we stagnate. Our minds become dull, for us and everyone around us. Another worrying fact is that these days technology, software and workplace processes change so fast that if you don’t keep up you’ll […]
Claim your Home Office expenses and increase your tax refund
Do you work entirely from a home office or do you need to do overtime from home? Many of us need to open our home laptop to check emails or use our own phone to make a few work calls from time to time. But if taking work home is a regular occurrence for you, […]
How do I do my tax return?
…and other FAQs about tax! When you find yourself stepping into the world of ‘adulting’ it’s never long before you need to ask THAT question: ‘How do I do my tax return?’ More often than not, the jumble of answers you wade through makes you reach for the ‘Too hard” basket and put it off […]
Etax Live Chat: Qualified online accounting help at your fingertips
Do you have a question about your tax return? Get fast online help today with Etax Live Chat! Did you know you can get online tax advice from an accountant while doing your tax return at Etax? Our popular Live Chat service is staffed by qualified accountants who are ready to help you with any […]
How Can You Get The Best Tax Refund Possible?
Many Australians miss out on hundreds of dollars each year simply because they forget work-related deductions or receipts for items they can claim back. Do you compare your tax refund to your friends and family and wonder, “How can I get a better tax refund”? Fortunately, there are lots of ways most Australians can improve […]
Game of Thrones + a Tax Return?
Etax users are posting about how they did their Etax return during a favourite show, during a lunch break… Are you eagerly waiting for the next episode of Game of Thrones to start? You could finish your tax return before the next battle scene. Last week one Etax client shared his experience using Etax.com.au for his […]
Don’t Be Afraid of the ATO at Tax Time
At the National Press Club, ATO commissioner Chris Jordan spoke about a change in tactics at the ATO, with a greater focus on work related deduction claims by individuals, representing $22 billion worth of claims made each year. A substantial portion of those claims are “mistakes” or “fraud” he said, although no evidence for this […]
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 AND minimise the business tax you pay each year? If so, you’ve found the right post! 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 […]
myTax, Etax, tax agent office: “What’s the best way to do my tax return?”
Let’s compare myTax and other tax return options: What’s the best one for you? The ATO advertises a tax “product” called myTax – another way to self-prepare your tax return. As a taxpayer it is hard to know what to do. What is the best tax return and what are the alternatives? Let’s compare the […]
