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Small Business Disaster Relief Government Loans
As Australia takes stock after Ex Tropical Cyclone Debbie both the Queensland & New South Wales governments have published details of their small business support packages.
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ATO attempts to squash the Hilux & Co
The ATO confirmed in a recent Private Binding Ruling that any consistent private use of SUVs or utility vehicles is a residual fringe benefit.
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Cash business ATO crackdown
Businesses operating in the cash economy will get increased scrutiny in the coming months. The ATO has been sending officers to visit businesses in all capital cities in industries notorious for not declaring all income in tax returns and BASs.
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Victorian Vacant Residential Property Tax
From 1 January 2018 any residential properties that are left vacant for more than six month in inner city and middle areas of Melbourne will incur the new Victorian Vacant Residential Tax.
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What is Audit Shield and how does it work?
Audit Shield is a group insurance policy held by GMD Chartered Accountants that protects our clients from professional service costs incurred by the ATOs increased audit activities.
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Why developers should consider a Joint Venture structure
Property developers, whether large or small, need to carefully consider the legal and tax consequences of the structure in which they undertake their developments. Its imperative in the due diligence process that expert advice be attained to ensure reduced costs particularly those associated with Stamp Duty, GST and Capital Gains Tax.
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Proposed changes to 'Backpacker' tax
The Australian Government has published proposed changes to the Working Holiday Maker Program. Generally, this program allows young adults (aged 18 to 30) from eligible partner countries to work in Australia while having an extended holiday.
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Company ATO debts now affect credit ratings
The ATO has announced that from 1 July 2017 it will notify Credit Rating Bureaus about businesses that have not "effectively engaged" with it about their tax debts. Initially the measure will only apply to businesses with Australian Business Numbers and tax debts over $10,000 that are at least 90 days overdue.
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