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Articles from our tax lawyers and accountants on the problems clients bring us most. Popular ATO tax guides include what to do if you receive an ATO audit notice, what voluntary disclosure is and why it matters, how to dispute an ATO tax assessment and what happens if you miss a tax return deadline. Our guides are general information only; for the official position, see the Australian Taxation Office, and speak to us about your own circumstances.
Division 7A Explained: What Business Owners Must Know
Division 7A treats loans and payments from private companies to shareholders as deemed dividends. How it works and the key traps for business owners.
How Are ATO Penalties Calculated and Can They Be Reduced?
ATO penalties can add tens of thousands to a tax bill. How they are calculated, when they can be reduced, and how to make a...
How to Dispute an ATO Tax Assessment: Step-by-Step Guide
Disagree with an ATO tax assessment? You have the right to dispute it. Here is a step-by-step guide to the objection process and what to...
What Is an ATO Voluntary Disclosure and Why Does It Matter?
Voluntary disclosure to the ATO can dramatically reduce penalties for undeclared income or unreported assets. Here is what it means and why timing is everything.
Do I Need to Declare Overseas Income in Australia?
If you are an Australian tax resident, you must declare all worldwide income to the ATO, including income earned overseas. Here is what you need...
What Is General Interest Charge (GIC) and How to Reduce It
ATO General Interest Charge accumulates daily on unpaid tax debt. Learn how GIC is calculated, why it grows so fast, and what options exist to...
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Division 7A Explained: What Business Owners Must Know
Division 7A treats loans and payments from private companies to shareholders as deemed dividends. How it works and the key traps for business owners.
How Are ATO Penalties Calculated and Can They Be Reduced?
ATO penalties can add tens of thousands to a tax bill. How they are calculated, when they can be reduced, and how to make a...
How to Dispute an ATO Tax Assessment: Step-by-Step Guide
Disagree with an ATO tax assessment? You have the right to dispute it. Here is a step-by-step guide to the objection process and what to...
What Is an ATO Voluntary Disclosure and Why Does It Matter?
Voluntary disclosure to the ATO can dramatically reduce penalties for undeclared income or unreported assets. Here is what it means and why timing is everything.
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