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False GST invoicing: the ATO is on to it
False Invoicing is big and the ATO is onto to it.
A recent media release says the ATO leads a serious financial taskforce with the AFP in combatting a false invoicing scheme involving 1200 businesses.
Businesses are claiming a tax deduction and GST credits for a cheque payment made to the promoter who return cash less a small fee.
According to the ATO a false invoicing arrangement is a scheme where one entity issues another with an invoice, but provides no goods or s
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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?[…]
International Tax
International tax: CFC tax rules explained
If you have interests in offshore companies you should be aware of the taxation rules relating to Controlled Foreign Companies (CFC) or Controlled Foreign Trusts Rules […][…]
Tax Debt
ATO action for winding up a company
The ATO can ask the court to wind up a company that hasn’t paid its tax debts. This is a serious step by the ATO, and […][…]
Tax Debt
Director penalty notice – personal responsibility for company tax
The ATO can use a director penalty notice to encourage directors to either cause a company to comply with its tax obligations, or close the company down.[…]
