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How to Dispute or Object to a Tax Assessment
All is not lost if the ATO has issued a tax assessment and you believe that they have got it wrong because you are able to dispute the assessment by lodging an objection if you have grounds. We have set out below everything you need to know about preparing a tax objection.
Grounds for Objection
You can dispute a default assessment or an audit decision if you have grounds for an objection.
In relation to a tax audit you will have rece
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Superyacht crew – are they liable for tax in Australia?
Aussies crewing overseas on a superyacht may be faced with a big tax bill if they are audited if they cannot show that they are a non-resident of Australia.[…]
Tax Debt
Tax Debt: Garnishee Orders from ATO
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) may issue a Garnishee Order if you fail to meet your tax debt payment obligations. However, you must be left with […][…]
Tax Residency
Section 23AG – Exempt foreign service income
Under section 23AG of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936 (ITAA), Foreign employment income is exempt from tax if all of the following applies: you are […][…]
Tax Related Crimes
Have you been issued a summons to attend Court for not lodging tax returns?
Not lodging your tax returns can result in criminal charges. Hartigan Law can represent you in South Australia if are being prosecuted for not lodging.[…]
Tax Advice
CGT main residence exemption
If you sell your home, you are entitled to a Capital Gains Tax (CGT ) exemption known as the main residence exemption. There are some restrictions […][…]
Tax Debt
ATO collecting debt over the phone – is it a scam?
Taxpayers have recently reported phone calls from callers pretending to be the ATO, asking for immediate payment. How do you know if the call is a scam?[…]
