by Peter McCarthy | Aug 23, 2016 | Taxation
If you are a low-income earner with taxable income under the tax-free threshold, you may still need to lodge a tax return. Common reasons for this include, if you: • are entitled to the private health insurance rebate but did not claim your correct entitlement as a...
by Peter McCarthy | Aug 8, 2016 | Accounting
5 smart things to do with your tax refund For many people, their tax refund is treated like a mini lottery win. This tax time, consider putting your “gift” from the ATO to good use. Perhaps it’s the modern world we find ourselves in that taxpayers look at their tax...
by Peter McCarthy | Jul 30, 2016 | Accounting, Taxation
Many aren’t aware that they can claim home office expenses. Whether you are self-employed, a business owner or an employee – do you perform some of your work from home? If you do, here is a quick summary of the tax rules, and what home office expenses are...
by PTAM | Jul 13, 2016 | Street Talk
We recently caught up with Brett Gleeson from The Business Growth Centre, to discuss the latest issues surrounding small businesses in Lake Macquarie. What is the main reason you got into your industry? I was lucky. In my previous role I had become increasing...
by Kelly | Jul 7, 2016 | Accounting
Bullying comes in all different forms and sadly it happens in many different places as well. From the school yard, to the office, at home and with money. When it is mentioned in relation to money it is referred to as financial abuse and everyone needs to be aware of...