Posts by Troy Wink

It’s been a busy year for Australia’s two million plus directors dealing with the pandemic and lockdowns and there’s now a new task on their to-do list. From 1 November 2021, if you’re a director or want to become one, you will need to apply for the new Director Identification Number (Director ID) being rolled…

There’s a change coming soon that means to comply with ‘choice of fund’ rules you might need to do something extra when a new employee starts to work for you. Currently, if a new employee doesn’t choose their own super fund, you can pay super contributions for them to your default fund. From 1 November, if…

Introduction If you’re receiving the JobSaver payment, you’ll need to reconfirm your eligibility each fortnight to continue receiving payments. You’ll receive fortnightly reminders via email. If you no longer require support, you may request to withdraw from receiving payments. Eligibility You must be currently receiving the JobSaver payment and confirm that you: have continued to experience…

Australian shares are popular investments with self-funded retirees and anyone who depends on income from their investments, due in part to the favourable tax treatment of franked dividends. After falling off in the early days of the COVID pandemic, share prices and dividends bounced back strongly in the year to June 2021. Investors who depend…

As we head into a new financial year, we thought it was important to remind businesses of two important changes to superannuation commencing 1 July 2021. Super Guarantee Rate Has Risen  On 1 July 2021, the super guarantee rate will rise from 9.5% to 10%. If you have employees, you will need to ensure your payroll…

As the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) turns its attention to businesses and individuals who have used COVID-related support programs, many taxpayers are likely to find themselves on the tax man’s radar. There are a number of red flags that can spark the ATO’s interest in your business or personal tax affairs. At present though, having…

It’s been a year of change like no other and that extends to tax and superannuation. As the end of the financial year approaches, now is a good time to check some new and not so new ways to reduce tax and boost your savings. With so many of us confined to our homes over…

While it’s not yet in force, the limit on SMSF member numbers is set to increase from the current four to six members later this year. For some SMSFs, this will be a welcome change and will mean additional family members can join their existing fund. Implications of the rule change The new legislation is…

As we approach tax time, we also head into the season where scammers increase their activity – that is, looking to hoodwink small business and individuals alike. Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, so it pays to be aware of what is real and what is fake. Because unfortunately they’re not going away any time soon,…

NSW small business fees and charges rebate If you are a sole trader, the owner of a small business or a not-for-profit organisation in NSW, you may be eligible for a small business fees and charges rebate of $1,500. This rebate helps businesses recover from the impacts of COVID-19 and encourages growth by reducing the cost of running a business. Eligible businesses or not-for-profits only need to apply for the rebate once but can submit multiple…