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Design an Employee Share Scheme (ESS) That Actually Works

March 5th, 2026

In today’s competitive labour market, retaining high-performing people is one of the greatest challenges facing Australian business owners. Salary alone is rarely enough. Senior leaders and high-potential employees increasingly want a stake in the business they’re helping to build. An Employee Share Scheme (ESS) can be a powerful way to align performance with long-term value,read more

Your 2025-26 Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) Preparation Checklist

February 26th, 2026

As we approach the end of the 2025–26 Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year on 31 March 2026, now is the time for preparation and to take control of your obligations. FBT can become complex for some businesses, especially where vehicles, travel, entertainment, hybrid work arrangements and employee reimbursements, or a mix of these, are involved.read more

New ATO Rental Property Guidance

January 15th, 2026

New ATO Rental Property Guidance - What You Need to Know Owning a rental property has long been seen as a reliable way to build wealth, generate income, and diversify your financial position. As you’ll be aware, however, they do come with additional tax obligations. In November 2025, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) released Draftread more

Unlocking Growth: How Australian Businesses Can Maximise R&D Tax Incentives

December 3rd, 2025

Innovation is a key driver of growth in Australia’s business landscape, yet many organisations underestimate just how much of their work may qualify for R&D Tax Incentives (R&DTI). While some assume it applies only to high-tech labs or cutting-edge inventions, the R&DTI is intentionally broad, designed to reward businesses undertaking genuine experimentation and problem-solving toread more

Section 100A and More – Trusts Under the ATO’s Microscope

September 17th, 2025

Section 100A and More – Trusts Under the ATO’s Microscope - What You Need to Know In recent years, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has significantly intensified its focus on family trusts, particularly in the wake of reforms and clarified guidance around section 100A reimbursement agreements. With more stringent compliance expectations, sharper audit activity, andread more

How to Avoid a “Boating Accident” – Crypto Assets and Estate Planning

May 23rd, 2025

Cryptocurrency and other digital assets have changed the way people invest and store wealth, but it also presents unique challenges when it comes to estate planning. Unlike traditional assets, crypto assets are decentralised, requiring private keys or passwords for access. Without careful planning, beneficiaries may struggle to retrieve these digital assets, leading to substantial losses.read more

Equipment Finance – EOFY Deductions Await!

April 23rd, 2025

As the end of financial year (EOFY) approaches, Australian business owners are presented with a strategic opportunity to enhance their operations and optimise their tax position through equipment finance. Financing new equipment or vehicles is not only a pathway to modernising and increasing the efficiency of your business but can also provide significant tax advantagesread more

2024-25 Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) – Is Your Business Compliant?

March 7th, 2025

The 2024-25 FBT Year ends on 31 March 2025… Attracting and retaining the best employees for your business is important - and many find that providing extra frills beyond traditional remuneration packages can be a great incentive to choose your business over another. A potential downside to this is that certain benefits may attract Fringeread more

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