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New rules capture SMSFs trading big with cryptocurrency

May 23, 2018 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on New rules capture SMSFs trading big with cryptocurrency

Sizeable cryptocurrency transactions will “come to the attention of the ATO” under new rules that came into effect this week, so a mid-tier firm has put together a checklist of key considerations to keep SMSF investors compliant.


Beware residency rules if moving overseas

May 11, 2018 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Beware residency rules if moving overseas

SMSF trustees are often unaware that if they move overseas for an extended period of time, their SMSF may fall foul of the ATO’s residency rules and they may face a heavy tax bill.


Meaningful tax reform in high demand

May 9, 2018 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Meaningful tax reform in high demand

Comprehensive tax reform continues to dominate wish lists for the upcoming federal budget, with support for change to state-based taxes particularly high, according to a new survey.


Working holidaymakers and tax returns

May 3, 2018 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Working holidaymakers and tax returns

If your business employs working holidaymakers – or you’ve been one yourself this year! – you need to satisfy the “backpacker tax” s that came into effect from 1 January 2017.