by epoch | May 5, 2026 | eNews
As tax time approaches, so does the annual spike in scam calls pretending to be from the ATO. These calls are becoming increasingly convincing and increasingly costly for those who get caught. The ATO has now launched a simple, powerful solution: the ‘verify call’...
by epoch | Apr 2, 2026 | eNews
The Better Targeted Superannuation Concessions measure (known as the Division 296 tax) is now law and takes effect from 1 July 2026. For those with large super balances, it’s important to understand what the new tax does, why it’s been introduced, and the practical...
by epoch | Apr 2, 2026 | eNews
As Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) lodgement season approaches, family businesses should carefully review the perks they provide to working directors and family members. A high-profile case involving luxury vehicles provided to three brothers who run a large business empire...
by epoch | Apr 2, 2026 | eNews
When selling a business—or even a slice of one—how you value the assets involved can have a major impact on the tax bill. A recent Full Federal Court decision, Kilgour v Commissioner of Taxation [2025] FCAFC 183, offers timely guidance on how “market value” is really...
by epoch | Mar 4, 2026 | eNews
The ATO has issued a Draft Taxation Determination TD 2026/D1, which examines how inherited family homes are treated for CGT purposes. Some industry commentators have dubbed it a “death tax by stealth”, but it is a bit more complex than this. The draft guidance focuses...
by epoch | Mar 4, 2026 | eNews
Running a business from home—whether as a sole trader, freelancer, or small operator, has many perks. But when it comes to selling your home and potentially saving on tax, recent ATO guidance serves as a reality check. The ATO has provided its views on how home-based...
