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If you run a family business, trust, or small company where wages often stay within the inner circle, you’re likely familiar with the phrase “STP exemption for closely held payees”. The ATO used to offer a full Single Touch Payroll exemption for these payees, but now you’re required to report their wages and payments through…
Let’s face it: payroll has never been anyone’s favourite part of running a business! But Single Touch Payroll (STP) is not just another admin task—it’s the law. If your business (or the business you manage payroll or bookkeeping for) has employees—whether one or one hundred—you must report certain payroll information directly to the ATO every…
An investment property can help build serious wealth, but if you don’t manage the tax side properly, you could end up handing over more cash to the ATO than you need to. If you’re confused about how much tax you’ll pay on your investment property, you’re not alone. From rental income to capital gains tax,…
If you’re off work with an injury and receiving workers’ compensation, you might worry about whether your superannuation is still growing while you’re focusing on getting better. It’s a common point of confusion. Employees often don’t know what they’re entitled to, and many employers are unsure of their obligations. This guide is for both employees…
Are you considering a job that offers more than just a salary? Perks like a company car or gym membership can make a job offer much more tempting! Before signing the contract, you must understand the Total Reportable Fringe Benefits Amount (TRFBA). While you don’t pay income tax directly on your TRFBA, it can impact…
STP Phase 2 has been in place for a while now, but are you fully across what it means for your business? Many employers have transitioned, but some are still catching up or are unsure if they’re meeting all the reporting obligations. While this phase of Single Touch Payroll (STP) will make your life easier…
Are you tired of watching your business’s hard-earned profits get swallowed up by taxes? There’s a strategic way to keep more money in your pocket and less in the Australian Taxation Office’s. Asset write-offs aren’t just a perk; they’re a game changer for significantly reducing a business’s tax burden. Is your business eligible for asset…
We all know the old saying, “You’ve got to spend money to make money”. Small business owners know it particularly well! You invest a large amount of financial capital into your business to generate profit, like purchasing equipment, hiring employees, and marketing your products or services. These expenses and more can be claimed as tax…
Are you tired of complex payroll calculations? Say goodbye to this headache thanks to our user-friendly payroll calculator that simplifies the process for you. This calculator uses the latest Australian Taxation Office payroll formulas to help you efficiently calculate your employees’ wages, taxes, and deductions with less chance of costly errors, as manual calculations are…
Do you have questions about Single Touch Payroll (STP), the revolutionary payroll system for Australian business owners? You’re in the right place! We’re here to help you understand What is Single Touch Payroll? How does Single Touch Payroll simplify my payroll process? How do I start a Single Touch Payroll? How do I check my…