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Getting better at doing my taxes

I am always behind at getting my taxes in, and it's a little embarrassing. A lot of the time I am even supposed to be getting a refund and I still put off doing my taxes. I've just been too disorganised. I want to become more responsible, and next year I want to get my taxes in as soon as they are due! I need to keep a better record of my paperwork, and I'm putting in some systems to do it better. This blog is for other disorganised folks like me that need to get better about doing their taxes! Let's inspire each other.

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3 Tax Returns Mistakes That Professional Tax Services Can Help You Avoid

Posted on July 23, 2021

Lodging taxes can be very complicated, particularly if you are not familiar with tax laws. The complexity of this process makes it inevitable to make mistakes, especially for inexperienced taxpayers. And these mistakes can be very costly because they may result in an audit, increased tax liability, and in some cases, legal charges. It is, therefore, important to have your returns filed accurately and on time by professionals. Some of the typical tax returns mistakes people make include the following. [Read More]

Want More Money With Less Hassle? Why A Tax Agent Could Be Right For You

Posted on August 29, 2019

No one ever likes doing their taxes. It can take what feels like an age to complete, and when you do get it done, odds are that you have messed something up or missed some small details. It is no surprise that a whole industry has risen up to cater to this need, but you may not know just how useful this industry can be for you. You may just assume that you and a tax agent can do the same job but that you will just take a little longer. [Read More]

Do You Need a Tax Accountant for Your Personal Finances?

Posted on May 8, 2018

In years past, tax accountancy was viewed as a service necessary for businesses to make sure they are meeting their legal requirements. However, tax accountants are not exclusively beneficial to corporations and other organisations. In recent times, some individuals have started to recognise the benefits of hiring a tax accountant for their personal finances too. If you do not believe that you need a tax account for your own benefit, read on to learn the different ways that they can be advantageous to your life. [Read More]

Four Things Independent Contractors Need to Know About Simplified Depreciation

Posted on August 25, 2016

If you are a freelancer or an independent contractor, the Australian Taxation Office considers you a small business for tax purposes. This means when you declare your income to the ATO, you can also write off the expenses you incur in order to earn that income. While most small expenses can be deducted the year they are incurred, the ATO applies a depreciation schedule to large purchases. Depreciation schedules can be confusing, but luckily, to make it easier the ATO offers simplified depreciation for small businesses. [Read More]