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In the lead-up to 30 June 2020, we want you to be aware of opportunities to save tax with super contributions.

2020 Tax Planning | Opportunities with Superannuation for 2020

May 20, 2020

2020, Contributions, Super, Super Contributions, Superannuation, Tax, Tax Planning, Tax Time

When you retire, your superannuation is likely to become an important source of your income. That’s why it’s a good idea to top it up while you are working. But did you know, there are also some excellent tax benefits you can take advantage of right now – just by making your own voluntary superannuation…

COVID-19 | We Are Back

May 18, 2020

Emma Zajac

Appointment, Coronavirus, COVID-19, COVID19, Office

First and foremost, The Garis Group would like to thank everyone for being so understanding and co-operative during the past few months as we adapted to our new working conditions. No cases of COVID-19 have been detected at The Garis Group office but we are taking further precautions to respond to this unprecedented and evolving…

2020 Tax Planning | Reduce your 2020 Tax!

May 13, 2020

Emma Zajac

2020, Business Tax, Personal Tax, Tax, Tax Planning

With the end of financial year approaching quickly, NOW is the time to discuss with us the actions you can take before 30 June 2020 to reduce your tax and grow your wealth! For 2020, key priorities are likely to include: Maximising superannuation contributions without exceeding the relevant caps Bringing forward deductible expenses Deferring taxable income Managing…

COVID-19 | NSW Announces $440 Million in Land Tax Relief for Commercial & Residential Landlords

April 15, 2020

Emma Zajac

Coronavirus, COVID-19, COVID19, Land Tax, property

New South Wales commercial and residential landlords will now receive up to $440 million in land tax relief that must be passed on to tenants who have been impacted by COVID-19. The $440 million land tax relief package is expected to be evenly divided between the commercial and retail sector, with landlords to be offered…

Female employee working from home due to COVID-19

COVID-19 | Working From Home

April 8, 2020

Emma Zajac

ATO, Coronavirus, COVID-19, Expenses, Home Office, Tax, Working from home

With the ever-increasing impact of the Corona Virus plaguing our way of life, more and more people will be asked to work from home where that is practical. With a greater number working from home it is an opportune time to understand what the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will allow you to claim as a…

Cyber Hacker Scamming People during Coronavirus

COVID-19 | Rising Online Scams Taking Advantage of Coronavirus

April 8, 2020

Emma Zajac

Coronavirus, COVID-19, Scam

The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) has warned of an increase in scams and phishing emails seeking to take advantage of the uncertainty around the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. According to the ACSC, the last three months have seen a significant increase in the number of individuals and businesses reporting scams and phishing emails. In a…

Australian Government Third Stimulus in Response to COVID-19

Third Stimulus: $1,500 JobKeeper Subsidy to Keep Staff Employed

March 31, 2020

Emma Zajac

COVID19, employee, Employer, Small Business, Stimulus, Stimulus Package

A subsidy of $1,500 per fortnight per employee, administered by the ATO, will be paid to businesses that have experienced a downturn of more than 30% (50% for businesses over $1bn). To be a part of the subsidy, employers will need to ensure that their employees receive at least $1,500 per fortnight (before tax). See…

Support for Sole Traders During COVID-19

COVID-19: Support Available for Sole Traders

March 30, 2020

Emma Zajac

Coronavirus, COVID19, Small Business, Sole Trader

The Australian Government has announced measures to support businesses impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19). If you’re a sole trader, learn what your business can get and where to go for help. If you are a sole trader without employees If you’re a sole trader and do not employ any staff you are eligible for:…

The Second $66.1 bn Stimulus Package: What You Need To Know

March 23, 2020

Emma Zajac

business, COVID19, Individuals, Jobseeker, Small Business, Sole Traders, Stimulus Package, Superannuation

The Government yesterday released a second, far reaching $66.1 bn stimulus package that boosts income support payments, introduces targeted changes to the superannuation rules, provides cash flow support of up to $100,000 for small business employers, and relaxes corporate insolvency laws. The stimulus measures are not yet legislated. Parliament will reconvene on Monday 23 March.…

Man reading letter from ATO regardinf Cryptocurrency Transactions

ATO Warning Letters Highlighting Cryptocurrency Tax Discrepancies hit Australian Mailboxes

March 11, 2020

Emma Zajac

ATO, Cryptocurrency, Currency, Exchanges, Trading

The ATO’s cryptocurrency data-matching program, announced in May last year, has now resulted in an undisclosed number of letters being sent out to taxpayers, warning them to come clean with their capital gains or losses. Cryptocurrency records relating to up to one million individuals have been estimated to have been obtained by the ATO, with taxpayers given…

2020 Tax Planning | Opportunities with Superannuation for 2020

COVID-19 | We Are Back

2020 Tax Planning | Reduce your 2020 Tax!

COVID-19 | NSW Announces $440 Million in Land Tax Relief for Commercial & Residential Landlords

COVID-19 | Working From Home

COVID-19 | Rising Online Scams Taking Advantage of Coronavirus

Third Stimulus: $1,500 JobKeeper Subsidy to Keep Staff Employed

COVID-19: Support Available for Sole Traders

The Second $66.1 bn Stimulus Package: What You Need To Know

ATO Warning Letters Highlighting Cryptocurrency Tax Discrepancies hit Australian Mailboxes

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