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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 Advice
Are you a horse racing punter who uses tipping software? If so your winnings may be taxable
The taxation of horse racing winnings depends on whether individuals are classified as professional or non-professional punters. This article explores the tax implications for each category. […][…]
TPB Investigation
Former Tax Agent Imprisoned for TPB Contempt
In a recent case, a former tax agent, Nathan Williams, faced legal consequences for contempt of court after defying a Federal Court injunction. This article examines […][…]
Tax Related Crimes
GST refund fraud: Tax prosecution by Commonwealth Director of Prosecutions CDPP
GST refund fraud is a serious crime. If the ATO believes that you have illegally obtained, or applied for, a GST refund they may refer your case […][…]
Tax Advice
Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) Exemptions
If your business engages employees then you probably know that any extra benefit you make or pay to an employee is treated as a fringe benefit […][…]
Tax Debt
Making a Deal with the ATO for Your Tax Debt
The ATO does not ‘cut a deal’ with taxpayers on a commercial basis. The law doesn’t allow it. But there are some parts of the law that allow for a tax debt to be reduced. This article explores these options.[…]
Tax Residency
Australian Residency Tax Trap: Permanent Place of Abode
Australian Residency Tax Trap – In order to be treated as a non-resident of Australia and thus not taxed as an Australian resident you must satisfy […][…]
