Cash Boost for P&Cs
The ATO Not-for-Profit team are keen to ensure all eligible P&Cs receive their Cash Boost entitlement. In order to streamline the process, P&Cs are invited to complete a survey.
Read more
‘Shortcut’ method for home office expenses
Work-related expenses can be complex, so it’s important to consider seeking professional advice from registered tax agents like Carrick Aland prior to lodging your tax return.
Extension of the JobKeeper Payment
The Government is extending the JobKeeper Payment by a further six months to March 2021. Support will be targeted to businesses and not-for-profits that continue to be significantly impacted by the Coronavirus. The payment rate will be reduced and a lower payment rate will be introduced for those who work fewer hours. Retesting of eligibility will apply.
Own a rental? What you need to know this tax time
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed property owners and tenants in unforeseen circumstances. Many tenants are paying reduced rent or have ceased paying because their income has been adversely affected by COVID-19.
JobKeeper Payment phone scam
⚠️ The ATO is receiving reports of scammers pretending to be from the ATO calling members of the public and asking them to provide their bank account details. They are saying that their employer has registered them for JobKeeper, but that the ATO needs their bank account details to deposit the funds into their account. Do not provide the information requested. If you are unsure if an ATO call is legitimate, hang up and phone 1800 008 540 to check.
Summary of COVID-19 stimulus announcements
Please review our summary of economic stimulus as each currently stands and contact Carrick Aland to discuss further your options and what may be available for you. We have outlined details for 13 Federal and State Government initiatives.
FREE Working from Home ATO factsheet
If you work from home right now, remember to keep records and receipts for your home office expenses, along with a record of the hours you work from home. Keeping good records now will help to get your deductions right at tax time. The ATO has a PDF poster you can download to help understand what you can claim.
Coronavirus JobKeeper Payment
The Government has announced a $130 billion JobKeeper payment to help keep more Australians in jobs and support businesses affected by the significant economic impact caused by the Coronavirus.