Against the backdrop of seismic changes from the Hayne Royal Commission and recent practitioner audits and investigations, Thomson Reuters recently brought the major regulators together at a live webinar to…
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Capitalising the balance sheet: AASB 16 sets a new standard for leases
With the introduction of the new AASB 16 Leases, lessees are now required to account for the assets and liabilities from operating leases, changing the balance sheet forever. After a…
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Precision needed to meet CGT on small business concession rules
For small businesses selling their business assets, generous CGT concessions may reduce their capital gain and also boost their super.But strict rules apply. Capital gains tax (CGT) concessions can create…
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Are you declaring your “odd jobs” income from gig economy sites?
Have you ever considered joining a site like Airtasker to make some extra cash? If so, you’ll need to keep the ATO happy. Here, we explain the tax issues that arise…
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SMSFs vs other types of funds: Part 2
In this second instalment of our two-part series on the key differences between SMSFs and public offer funds, we look at some important issues relating to insurance and dispute resolution.…
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SMSFs vs other types of funds: some issues to consider Part 1
Thinking about setting up an SMSF? In this first instalment of a two-part series, we explain some of the key differences between SMSFs and public offer funds. Understanding these differences…
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Technological change: disrupter or enabler?
An interview discussion around ‘Using technology to become the adviser of tomorrow’ with Peter Antonius, Managing Director at The Hive Advisory and Former CEO at Moore Stephens Australia facilitated by…
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Practical Q&A Accounting Scenarios
Here is a preview of 2 accounting tips you can receive from our new Accounting Q&A Bulletin, coming soon to Checkpoint. As an accountant, you are faced with issues every…
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Tax Time 2019
During the Tax Time 2019 session at Synergy, we covered; what lies ahead for you in 2019, tax changes you need to know, how it will impact you and your…
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Three ways for accounting practices to build relationships that grow revenue
Technological change is transforming the business models of firms in the tax world, allowing accountants to move from a singular focus on compliance to a broader adviser role – and…
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