by Swot Accoountants | Jul 20, 2024 | Business News, Business Training, Companies & Trusts, Tax & Compliance
As tax season rolls around, Australians are warned to stay vigilant against increasingly sophisticated scams aimed at stealing personal information. The Australian Tax Office (ATO) and other institutions are alerting everyone to be cautious, especially during the...
by Swot Accoountants | Mar 1, 2022 | Business News, Companies & Trusts, Tax & Compliance
The ATO has released public advice and guidance (PAG) products relating to the tax treatment of trust entitlements arising out of reimbursement agreements and unpaid present entitlements (UPEs) of trust beneficiaries. The following draft products have been released...
by Swot Accoountants | Nov 2, 2021 | Business News, Companies & Trusts
From the 1 of November 2021, Australia’s 2.7 million company directors can apply for their director identification numbers (Director ID) using the Australian Business Registry Services (ABRS) website. All directors of a company, registered Australian body, registered...
by Swot Accoountants | Sep 1, 2021 | Business News, Business Training, Companies & Trusts, Tax & Compliance
When starting a small business, you need to choose which type of business structure to use. It is very important to understand the responsibilities of each structure, as it will affect the set-up and running costs, the tax obligations, asset protection, and potential...
by Swot Accoountants | Feb 23, 2021 | Business News, Business Training, Companies & Trusts, Tax & Compliance
Buying an established business can have many advantages, especially a business that has a solid positive business history. However, established businesses can also have many disadvantages, like bad financial history or poor reputation. There are steps you can take and...
by Swot Accoountants | Sep 12, 2020 | Business News, Business Training, Companies & Trusts, Tax & Compliance
If you are starting a new business or your existing business is paying too much in tax, it is essential that the business owner/s seek expert accounting and legal advice concerning the business structure and asset protection. Running a business as a sole trader or in...
