$1.7 billion paid out in fraudulent refunds, another $2.7bn in fraudulent claims stopped, around 56,000 alleged perpetrators and over 100 arrests to date. How did the TikTok tax scandal get out of control? “Everyone else got refunds, it's OK, it's just a temporary...
Taxation
Thinking of subdividing? The tax implications and pitfalls of small-scale subdivisions
You’ve got a block of land that’s perfect for a subdivision. The details have all been worked out with Council, the builders, and the bank. But, one important aspect has been left out; the tax implications. Many small-scale developers often assume that their tax...
Why is my tax refund so small?
The tax refund many Australians expect has dramatically reduced. We show you why. There is a psychology to tax refunds that successive Governments have been reticent to tamper with. As a nation, Australia relies heavily on personal and corporate income tax, with...
Cryptocurrency won’t be treated as a foreign currency.
Treasury released exposure draft legislation that ensures digital currencies such as Bitcoin are not treated as a foreign currency for income tax purposes. The proposed change is driven by the uncertainty that has arisen following the decision by El Salvador to adopt...
Spend v Save
Spend v Invest: Tips on how to make the most of your tax refund. With an estimated 85% of Australian Tax Payers expected to receive a return this year, we've compiled a list of handy (ok, we mean, sensible!) ideas on how to use your return wisely. It's not rocket...