tax

• recognising tax avoidance schemes - webcast

  30 Apr 2012 | 0 Comments | ipac money mentors , investing , protection , retirement

  It's fast approaching tax time and the ATO has launched their annual consumer awareness campaign to inform the Australian public of some handy hints and tips when handling a tax return. In this webcast, co-founder and Executive Director of ipac, Paul Clitheroe speaks on tax avoidance schemes and the pitfalls of entering into an agreement that may almost certainly land you with a tax bill and may even be illegal!
  Paul Clitheroe

• are you ready for June 30?

  23 Apr 2012 | 0 Comments | ipac money mentors , retirement

  When it comes to getting the most (money) from your annual tax return, there is always a lot to think about, so we’ve provided a short checklist of options that could open the door to some great opportunities. The key here is to plan ahead.
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• good records make tax time easier

  10 Apr 2012 | 0 Comments | ipac money mentors

  Every financial year panic sets in as tax time looms. A mad rush commences to gather together all the necessary documents to complete the required returns. This process can be made much easier if proper methods of record keeping are put in place.
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• prepare for tax time... now!

  16 Mar 2012 | 0 Comments | ipac money mentors , investing , protection

  Tax planning is often viewed in a contradictory way – a last minute dash to arrange reduction of the year’s tax bill or maximise the refund. Why not take the opportunity to do something different this time... like start planning now!
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• tax deductions on overseas trips

  27 Feb 2012 | 0 Comments | reflections , money

  A strong Australian dollar makes overseas travel more affordable so it comes as no surprise that many companies are staging their annual conferences on foreign shores. This is great for employees who use their conference attendance as a tax deduction for a nice holiday – or is it? The Australian Tax Office (ATO) takes a strict view of what, if any, travel-related expenses are tax-deductible.
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