33 | The Great Debate
If you could change one thing about the Australian tax system, what would it be and how? Robert Deutsch of The Tax institute asked that question.
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93 | Minor Benefit Rule
The minor benefit rule is the one exception that turns a non-deductible contribution into a tax-deductible gift.
94 | Gifts and Contributions
Every donation of money or property to a charity is either a gift or contribution.
92 | How To Tax Deduct Business Lunches
Can you tax deduct business lunches? In principle No, but probably Yes.
91 | Deduct Travel Expenses
When you deduct travel expenses from your income you save tax. That is a good thing. But you are also more likely to get audited.
87 | Small Business Tax Concessions
Small business tax concessions are an important feature of the Australian tax system. Here is a summary of the top 21.
22 | Are tolls car or travel expenses
Tolls are travel expenses and subject to GST (just in case you were wondering). And it makes sense when you think about it.
7 | Tax Deduction for Entertainment
A business expense is tax deductible. Entertainment is not. Unless subject to FBT. So the all deciding question is: What is entertainment?
5 | Tax Deduction for Conference Travel
How much can you claim as a tax deduction for conference travel? You might have to reduce the claim for any private portion. Here is how.
3 | Tax Deduction for Fundraising Events
If a charity event passes the Minor Benefit Rule, the DGR charity can issue a tax receipt for parts of the ticket price and auction proceeds. Here is more.
1 | Commissioner’s Effective Life of Depreciable Assets for 2019
The Commissioner publishes a Taxation Ruling each year listing the effective life of depreciable assets. Here is a handy overview for small operators.Tax Talks
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