You have a Div 7a loan, but you’re confused as to how, why, and what to do from here. In this this article we attempt to demystify Div 7A loans and explain everything you need to know. What is Div 7A? Division 7A prevents private companies from making tax-free distributions of profits to shareholders or […]
READ MOREWhat’s changing on 1 July 2022
A series of reforms and changes will commence on 1 July 2022. Here’s what is coming up and how it will affect your business. 1 July 2022 changes for business Superannuation Guarantee increase to 10.5% The Superannuation Guarantee (SG) rate will rise from 10% to 10.5% on 1 July 2022 and will continue to increase […]
READ MOREPayroll tax concerns – is your medical or allied health practice at risk?
Concerns are growing for medical and allied health practices over exposure to payroll tax obligations following the NCAT decision in the Thomas & Naaz Pty Ltd case. This ruling has set alarm bells ringing for many practice owners worrying that the structure of their service agreements will leave them exposed and liable to pay a […]
READ MORETemporary immediate full expensing of assets
Temporary immediate full expensing of assets means businesses can immediately deduct the purchase cost of eligible new and second-hand* assets. Is your business eligible to immediately deduct assets? Businesses that are eligible need to have an aggregated turnover of less than $5 billion. For businesses with an aggregated turnover of less than $50 million, temporary […]
READ MOREWhat is a Bucket Company and how will it help you save tax?
A bucket company can help you save tax. Set up as a beneficiary to a trust, the term ‘bucket’ is used because the company sits below your trust and is used to pour money into to reduce tax. This allows you to cap your tax payable at a corporate tax rate. We want you to […]
READ MORECost of Goods Sold (COGS) or Cost of Sales – for your industry
Understanding the Significance of Cost of Sales or Cost of Goods Sold (COGS). Cost of Sales (also referred to as Cost of Goods Sold [COGS]) is a very important financial performance metric, as it tracks your ability to manufacture/deliver goods and services at a reasonable cost. It represents the direct costs related to the manufacturing […]
READ MOREGuidance for trust distributions – the ATO cracks down
The ATO has updated guidance for trust distributions made to adult children, corporate beneficiaries and entities with losses. Depending on how arrangements are structured, there is potential for significant level of risk. Released in February 2022, the updated guidance directly targets how trusts distribute income. As a result of the ATO’s more aggressive approach, many […]
READ MOREWorking from home? 3 Practical tips for business owners
With COVID-19 impacting businesses across all industries, it may be time to consider if your team can work from home? If this is an option for you, it is essential that you implement procedures and policies that keep your team accountable to ensure continuity of your business Does your team have everything they need to […]
READ MOREQLD Business Boost Grant
Great news! The Queensland government has announced another grant available for Queensland businesses. The Business Boost grants program provides support to businesses to advance improvements in their efficiency and productivity. Your business may be eligible to receive a grant payment of up to $15,000 (excluding GST) to your proposed project. This support includes funded activities in 3 project areas: Future planning Specialised and automated software […]
READ MORETom’s top 3 productivity tips
A quick google of ‘productivity’ will lead you to an overwhelming avalanche of tips, tricks, hacks, and methods. But what really works? What methods are tried and tested? What could you implement to improve your day to create some more time? In celebration of World Productivity Day recently (20 June) we spoke to Walsh Accountants’ […]
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