Tax incentives for early stage investors
Tax Incentives for Investors in Early Stage Innovation Companies (ESIC) Potential Tax Offsets and Capital Gains Tax Benefits for Qualifying Shareholders The ATO is reminding investors who purchased new shares in a qualifying ‘early stage innovation company’ (‘ESIC’) that they may be eligible for tax incentives. These tax incentives provide eligible investors who purchase new […]
Remember the two further ‘boosts’
Seizing Opportunities with New Small Business Deduction ‘Boosts’ Exploring the Skills and Training Boost and Small Business Energy Incentive Although the ‘Technology Investment Boost’ has come to an end (it provided a bonus deduction for eligible expenditure incurred until 30 June 2023), it is important to remember that there are two further ‘boosts’ providing bonus […]
Improving payroll governance
Make sure you’re up to date on payroll compliance How employers can understand and meet their payroll obligations and some of the common issues seen by the ATO. How to meet your employer obligations The ATO wants to help you ensure your entity’s payroll governance measures are designed effectively and fit for purpose. This means […]
Small business tax incentives back on the table
The Government has confirmed its commitment to implementing two tax incentives These aim to support small businesses to train and upskill employees, and improve their digital and tech capacity. The Technology Investment Boost and the Skills and Training Boost were announced in the 29 March 2022 Federal Budget but remain unlegislated. Small businesses with an […]
SME Recovery Loan Scheme extended
Government extends SME Recovery Loan Scheme to 30 June 2022 The Government has recently extended the SME Recovery Loan Scheme by a further six months (to 30 June 2022) to support SMEs adversely economically affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic. Under the Scheme, eligible businesses can obtain loans through participating bank and non-bank lenders with the […]
Managing business cash flow
The ATO has issued a reminder to businesses It asserts that paying regular attention to record-keeping and reporting tasks will help firms better manage their cash flow and allow them to plan for the future. The best way to make sure a business has enough cash available to meet its tax and other obligations is […]
Changes to AGMs and e-communications
Permanent changes to AGMs and electronic communications The Government has introduced into Parliament a Bill to permanently allow companies to use technology to meet their regulatory requirements, and ensure that companies can continue to meet their obligations amid the uncertainty of the COVID‑19 pandemic. These reforms build on the recently renewed temporary relief, which we […]
Director identification numbers
Preparing for director IDs If you want to become a director or are already one, you’ll need a director ID. Apply for a director ID from November 2021 here: https://www.abrs.gov.au/director-identification-number Director identification numbers (director ID) are a new requirement for all company directors, designed to help combat illegal activity by making it easier to trace […]
Family business succession planning guide
New succession planning guide for family businesses The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, in conjunction with Family Business Australia, has released a new online guide to succession planning. Many family business owners hope to pass on their business to the next generation. Family business succession maintains the strong connection between the two most […]
How to avoid getting dodgy advice
Be wary of untrustworthy advice recommending inappropriate or illegal behaviour The ATO has warned taxpayers who may be thinking about pausing, changing or closing their business, due to the current economic conditions. This could include illegal phoenix activity, where businesses intentionally remove their assets prior to winding up so that they can be used in […]