Stimulus & Assistance Measures Update
Over the weekend, the government announced more measures to assist both businesses and individuals due to the disruption caused by COVID-19. These measures are expected to be legislated this week. For more detail, or to discuss exactly how they will apply to you, please contact your accountant at Hoffman Kelly. We remain open for business [...]
Queensland Government – Payroll Tax Relief For Business
The Queensland government yesterday announced a 2.5 billion stimulus measure to provide Queensland businesses some relief from payroll tax. The Office of State Revenue has already commenced sending emails to businesses offering the payroll tax relief which provide detailed instructions on the process to follow to obtain the benefits. The main details of the scheme [...]
$1,500 JobKeeper subsidy to keep staff employed
A subsidy of $1,500 per fortnight per employee, administered by the ATO, will be paid to businesses that have experienced a downturn of more than 30% (50% for businesses over $1bn). To be a part of the subsidy, employers will need to ensure that their employees receive at least $1,500 per fortnight (before tax). [...]
Covid-19 Business Advice And Economic Stimulus Package
COVID-19/Corona Virus is on everyone’s mind and appears to be the only thing being spoken about. There are plenty of views about the health impacts of the virus and the implications for the wider community, but as a business owner it is crucial that while there are many unknowns, planning and being prepared for the [...]
R&D Tax Incentive
The Research & Development Tax Incentive can allow a business to recoup some of the costs incurred during the development phase of eligible activities. This can assist cash-flow throughout the research and development phase, which is often draining on cash-flow. The rules and processes for the R&D tax incentive are based on complex legislation, however [...]
Project Bank Accounts – Rollout Expanding
The Queensland government has announced the next phase of the rollout of Project Bank Accounts. Currently the regime applies to building contracts entered into with the Queensland government with a value between $1 million and $10 million. From 1 July 2020, the scheme is expanded to include contracts provided by a hospital or health service [...]
Director of a company? Beware of additional penalties!
The Treasury Laws Amendment (Combating Illegal Phoenixing) Bill 2019 has been passed in the senate, which can have potential consequences on directors of companies. The bill allows the Commissioner of Taxation to estimate future GST liabilities and make directors personally liable for the debt in certain circumstances. This is the case when the Commissioner believes [...]
Australian Family Home For Foreign Residents – Recent Changes And What You Need To Know.
For the last 35 years Australians living overseas have been entitled to claim the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) exemption when they sell their previous (eligible) main residence in Australia. This all ended in May 2017 when the government announced changes to deny foreign residents access to the Capital Gains Tax main residence exemption. Due to intense criticism from the [...]
Diversification of Investments in SMSFs
The ATO is in the process of sending letters to trustees if their SMSF is holding 90% or more of its funds in one asset or a single asset class. Lack of diversification can expose an SMSF and its members to unnecessary risk if a significant investment fails, which is why the ATO is asking [...]
Changing the face of men’s health
This November a number of the Hoffman Kelly men are taking part in Movember by growing moustaches for the month of November and raising money for this worthy charity. While we have received a largely positive and sometimes cheeky response from colleagues, clients and spouses, it is worth it as the money raised goes to great [...]
Common Cyber-Risk Misconceptions
Did you know that all directors of Australian companies have a fiduciary duty to ensure a robust approach is taken towards cyber resilience? A breach of such obligations can leave directors potentially exposed to personal liability under section 180 of the Corporations Act. Despite a wealth of information being available on cyber risks, it is still [...]
Christmas Tips for Small Business
It’s that time of year again – the lead up to Christmas. As the retail shops prepare to bombard us with Christmas trim we look at the ramifications for your business. Here are our top tips for a generous and tax effective Christmas season. What to do for customers? The most effective way of sharing the [...]
