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    STP Reporting for Closely Held Payees: Your 2025 Guide

    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…

    Your Essential Guide to Register for Single Touch Payroll

    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…

    How Much Tax Do You Pay on an Investment Property in Australia?

    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,…

    Is Superannuation Paid on Workers’ Compensation in Australia?

    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…

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      Think October 31st is your tax deadline? Not always! If you lodge your own return, yes, October 31 is usually the cut-off. But if you go through a registered tax agent, you might have a much later deadline. When is the last day to do a tax return to avoid late penalties and stay on…

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      How to Save on Tax in Australia This Year: 7 Simple Ways

      Tax season is upon us! Are there legitimate ways you can save money on your tax bill this year?  There could be! Smart tax planning isn’t about finding loopholes; it’s about knowing how to make the most of the ATO rules that apply to you.  If you want to know how to save on tax…