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From 1 July 2024, the rules for accessing superannuation became somewhat simplified: the preservation age when you can begin to access your benefits is now effectively age 60. However, until you reach age 65, there are still potential restrictions on how you can access your super. If you’re aged between 60 and 65 and wish to access some of your super, now is a good time to re-examine the rules. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gt7BGwAQ

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The ATO has reported that superannuation guarantee (SG), along with other business debts, will be a focus area in 2024–25. The most recent statistics show that the ATO is collecting over $1 billion a year in SG charge, which means some Australian businesses are incurring additional superannuation liabilities that could have been avoided if they had paid SG on time. Find out why getting on top of any problems early is essential for your business. https://lnkd.in/ghCU_vCB

If you’re an Australian resident for tax purposes, you don’t have to pay income tax on the first $18,200 you earn each year. Where you have multiple jobs, change employers during the year, have a side gig or get government payments, it’s important to think about the tax-free threshold and which employer, job or payment you’ll claim it for. Getting this right will help avoid an unexpected tax debt when lodging your return. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gcmRfNf7

Addressing concerns raised by the NFP sector about the readiness and capacity of organisations to meet the original 31 October 2024 deadline for lodging their first NFP self-review returns, the ATO has extended the deadline for lodgment to 31 March 2025. The extra time will allow NFPs to work through the new rules to determine their tax-exempt status and the practicalities of lodging their first return using the ATO's Online services or Self-help phone service. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gcX2g6d5

Your business may be eligible to claim deductions for motor vehicle expenses incurred for business use. Running costs, insurance, interest and lease payments, and depreciation are all potentially claimable. However, the method to use for working out your claim depends on your business structure and the type of vehicle you’re claiming for. Know the rules and make sure your business is claiming the deductions it’s entitled to. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g7WPPFJy

As lodgement time once again approaches, business owners should be aware of the key changes in the 2023-24 tax return which may benefit their bottom line in the form of paying less tax. Specifically for small businesses, there are 2 incentives available for certain costs incurred in the 2023-24 income year: the small business instant asset write-off and the small business energy incentive. In addition to these small business specific incentives, Australian companies of all sizes may be able to claim the digital games tax offset (DGTO). Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gnuRWwRg

As the new financial year begins, employers need to keep an eye on various payroll activities to make sure their employees’ pay and superannuation contributions are processed correctly and at the right times, especially with a number of changes and rate adjustments coming into effect from 1 July 2024. Are you keeping on top of these considerations at this busy time of year? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gDmRqrYd

Tax time is approaching rapidly, and the ATO has reminded small businesses of a number of areas they should be thinking about in the lead up to preparing their tax return and looking forward to 1 July, including STP obligations; PAYG instalments; and reviewing their tax-deductible expenses, eligibility for small business concessions and their overall record-keeping. The ATO has also highlighted its self-paced online learning platform for small businesses to help small businesses understand their tax obligations. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gN9FZyr8