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 […]
The Etax Blog: Tax Tips
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 […]
5 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund This Year
Are you wondering what to do what your tax refund this year? These clever money ideas could make you more financially comfortable. This year, before you race off to the shops on a spending spree, consider a few smart ways to use your tax refund. At Etax we hear from lots of Australians (and tax […]
Being made redundant could re-ignite your career: Redundancy tips from a careers expert
Being made redundant can seem like tough thing to get through. Yet, an amazing two per cent of Australian workers go through this every year! We spoke to Australian career advise expert Russell Johnson, a career planning veteran with CEO-level experience in Australia and the US, to get a fresh perspective on being made redundant. […]
The Top 5 Forgotten Tax Deductions
Now is a great time to discuss tax deductions – especially those deductions often missed by taxpayers like you. 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 […]
Holiday Rental Tax Deductions: The Basics
Do you own a holiday rental property? You could be eligible for valuable holiday rental tax deductions. Holiday rental properties are a common type of investment property in Australia. Holiday rentals are often managed by an agent or real estate company, for a fee. Although the operating costs can be higher than other rentals, the […]
How To Claim Your Car Expenses – The Car Logbook Method
The Car Logbook Method is a good way to track your car expenses and claim them on your tax return (to increase your tax refund) (Updated for 2017, because the car logbook is now one of only two car expense claim methods allowed by the ATO) If you’re a small business owner and you use […]
Three Easy Ways to Get a Bigger Tax Refund
When you do your tax return each year, do you get the full tax refund you’re entitled to? Are you looking for a bigger tax refund, but don’t know where to start and don’t want to get in trouble with the ATO? In Australia, millions of people miss some of the tax deductions they’re entitled […]
Teachers’ tax deductions can really boost your tax refund (with Infographic)
“I’m a teacher. What tax deductions will the ATO allow?” Like many professionals, teachers often pay for work related expenses out of their own pockets. In most cases, these items can become valuable tax deductions for teachers. As a teacher, the tax deductions you claim back significantly improve your tax refund – if you know what […]
Can My Friend Do My Tax Return For Me?
Do you have a friend who seems unfazed by doing their taxes? (Wouldn’t that be nice!) You might have wondered, “Can I just get my friend do my taxes for me?” Okay, the basic answer is a firm “no”. There are some important reasons you should not pass your taxes over to a friend. But don’t worry – […]
Saving Money: How to save a million dollars (really) – plus how to save money faster
How to be good at saving money It’s a comfort to know you can quickly get your hands on some money if you need it – without resorting to a loan from a bank, family or friends. It’s also a comfort to know you’ll be able to reach goals like buying a home and retiring comfortably. […]
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 claimable on your next tax return. We’ve covered a range of tax tips and tax deductions all nurses should read to boost your refund. Common […]
