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Fringe Benefits Amounts: When & What Do I Have To Report?

As an employee in Australia, it’s essential to know what fringe benefits are and how you and your employer must report them to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).  This article will explain what constitutes total reportable fringe benefits amounts, where to list them on your tax return, and how your fringe benefits reporting is affected…

Who Pays Fringe Benefits Tax?

Fringe benefits tax (FBT) is paid by employers on certain benefits they provide to employees. These benefits include non-salary ‘payments’ to employees – such as gym membership payments, discounted loans, or reimbursements for expenses incurred by the employee. Sometimes these benefits may also be given to the employee’s family or other associates. FBT is payable…

The Fringe Benefits Tax Assessment Act of 1986 & How It Affects You

The Australian government passed the Fringe Benefits Tax Assessment Act in 1986 to make sure that employers pay the right amount of taxes when they give their workers certain benefits.  This act is important for employers because it spells out the rules and regulations for providing these benefits and makes them pay their fair share…

What Is a Fringe Benefit? A Guide

A fringe benefit is a form of compensation provided to employees that goes beyond their normal salary or wages. These benefits can include things like health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, housing allowances, education assistance programs, childcare programs, employee discounts, and more. Fringe benefits are usually provided by employers to attract and retain…

How to Do A Tax Return: FAQs to Help You Lodge Your Taxes

Are you looking for answers to some of the top questions about filing tax returns in Australia?  This guide will provide you with the information you need to get your taxes lodged correctly.  We’ll cover how to do a tax return, how to lodge online, and other answers to some of the most common questions…

Accountant Tax Return Fees

Tax season brings about a lot of stress for Australians. If you’re like most of us, you’ve probably spent most of your weekend and half of Monday trying to figure out how to get your taxes done. There are good reasons why the average Australian spends over 13 hours preparing their taxes, but paying someone…