by Carissa Javier | Aug 3, 2020 | Business
During these unprecedented times, I have had many questions from small business owners around what they can or should be doing? My answer to that is to do marketing, and then do more marketing. It will pay massive dividends down the track. It’s a bit like planting...
by Carissa Javier | Jul 22, 2020 | Business, Tax and Accounting
JobKeeper extension has been announced by the government. Payment for JobKeeper is now extended until 28 March 2021 for businesses and not-for-profit organisations severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The payment extension, however, will be reduced and paid at...
by Carissa Javier | Jul 17, 2020 | Property
The BMT Tax Depreciation 2019 investor survey revealed that 63 per cent of investors prefer to invest in second-hand property. While second-hand properties are a valuable and more affordable investment, it’s important to consider the additional benefits of buying...
by Carissa Javier | Jul 10, 2020 | Property
Did you know that property depreciation is the second biggest tax deduction for investors, after interest? Despite this fact, 80 per cent of property investors are failing to take advantage of property depreciation and are therefore missing out on thousands of dollars...
by Carissa Javier | Jul 6, 2020 | Business, Tax and Accounting
A reminder has been issued by the ATO to employers reporting through STP (Single Touch Payroll). That applies to just about every employer, assuming that deferral or exemption isn’t involved. Employers need to have payroll information finalized for the income year of...
by Carissa Javier | Jul 6, 2020 | Tax and Accounting
Businesses and property investors will sometimes hire a professional quantity surveyor, who will put together an updated tax depreciation report. This will provide depreciation and capital works deductions for revenue-producing properties they own. These places may...
by Carissa Javier | Jul 6, 2020 | Tax and Accounting
Guidance is available from the ATO if employers require assistance reporting qualified employees and/or topping-up JobKeeper payments through STP (Single Touch Payroll). Employers need to inform the ATO for every employee that qualifies: when a qualified employee...
by Carissa Javier | Jul 1, 2020 | Tax and Accounting
Need a Tax Calendar to help you keep track of tax deadlines and meet other tax compliance obligations for the next Financial Year? Get your FREE Tax Calendar for 2021 Financial Year here! This Tax Calendar highlights important dates that are applicable for the...
by Carissa Javier | Jun 30, 2020 | Tax and Accounting
Preparation and lodgement of Income Tax Returns and Financial Statements take some form of urgency with the conclusion of the Financial Year. To help assist you with gathering the necessary documents and information, we have created a tailored checklist for your...
by Carissa Javier | Jun 21, 2020 | Business
Managing your personal or business cash flow is the cornerstone of any financial plan. Even without COVID-19, poor cash flow management can lead to expensive failure not just in business but also in your personal wealth creation journey. Now that we’re all facing...
