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Small business instant asset write-off extension

From 9 May 2023, the Instant Asset Write-Off threshold is $20,000 (GST inclusive) per asset acquired. This change applies to businesses with an aggregated annual turnover of less than $10 million, where those assets are first used or installed ready for use after 1...

New Work From Home Deduction Rules

NEW WORK FROM HOME DEDUCTION RULESFrom 1 July 2022, there are only two ways to claim deductions for ‘working from home’ expenses: the 'fixed rate method' or the 'actual cost method'. Three essential criteria: the work must involve carrying on substantive employment...

Calculating the cost base of real estate

To calculate a capital gain or capital loss, you need to know the cost base of your asset. The basic rules are the same for all assets, but some additional rules apply to calculating the cost base or reduced cost base of real estate. There are a few rules to keep in...

Work-related Travel Expenses

In a general rule, travel expenses which are relevant to gain assessable income are deductible under s8-1 of ITAA to the extent that the expenses are not in a private or capital nature.Travel within Australia:A travel diary or similar documents are required for travel...

Meal Allowance

Overtime Meal AllowanceA meal allowance claim can only be claimed if the taxpayer receives a meal allowance from the...

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