by Financially Sorted | Mar 2, 2026 | Economy, Housing Prices, Tax & Accounting
The capital gains tax (CGT) discount has recently returned to the media and policy spotlight, with renewed discussion about whether changes could form part of broader housing affordability reforms. The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) has suggested that...
by Financially Sorted | Nov 27, 2025 | ATO, Property Investment, Tax & Accounting, Tax Returns
The ATO has released fresh draft guidance on its approach to rental property tax deductions, marking a shift in its treatment of rentals also used as holiday homes. Earlier this month, the ATO withdrew its existing ruling on rental property deductions and released a...
by Financially Sorted | Oct 30, 2025 | ATO, Business, Small Business, Tax & Accounting
As the year wraps up, many business owners want to thank their employees and clients for their support. Before you start wrapping gifts or planning a celebration, it’s worth understanding the tax rules that apply especially when it comes to fringe benefits tax (FBT)...
by Financially Sorted | Sep 30, 2025 | ATO, Tax & Accounting, Tax Returns
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is continuing to expand its use of artificial intelligence (AI) to review taxpayer submitted, supporting documents as part of a broader push to “industrialise” AI across the agency by 2030. Recently, it has started...
by Financially Sorted | Jul 28, 2025 | ATO, Small Business, Tax & Accounting, Tax Returns
For individuals such as property investors and small business owners the possibility of undergoing a tax audit from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is a legitimate concern. Audits require substantial time and effort and may also incur considerable expenses as the...
by Financially Sorted | Jun 11, 2025 | ATO, EOFY, Tax & Accounting, Tax Returns
One of the most-claimed work-related expenses each year is a working from home deduction, especially in the last few years. In 2024, more than 10 million people claimed a work-related deduction, and many of those claimed a deduction related to working from home. As...
