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June Is The Time For Planning

28 June, 2017 By editor


Tax time can often be a difficult time of the year as you become overwhelmed with what to do. To be prepared this year set aside some specific time before the end of June to go over your paperwork and create a checklist. This will ensure you tick off all of your required jobs and are able to lodge before the rush.

A lot of individuals become uncertain with what they can and can’t claim. The ATO website provides you with a clear and de- tailed list for claiming deductions such as home office expenses, self education expenses, tools and equipment, clothing and dry cleaning, vehicle and travel as well as so much more. As a basic guide you can claim any cost you incur if it relates to your employment or is made for general income.

There are also specific guides on the ATO website to guide you through this process. It can often be a very time consuming and frustrating time, so you can always reach out and ask the profes- sionals such as YBM, Baillie Simpson Chartered Accountants and ITP.

“At YBM we provide local, high value service that allows individu- als and businesses alike to pursue their goals whether in business growth, tax management or retirement. At this time of year it is imperative to focus on planning.”

“At ITP we maximise client returns with our main focus on customer service, being prompt and meeting our clients needs. Be sure to get all of your paperwork organised with work related expenses, recepts and all income declared to make the process easier,” said Jim McNaught at ITP.

“While planning for your end of Financial Year Income Tax is important, planning for your financial security is paramount and should be integrated with your Income Tax objectives, current and future lifestyle goals.” says David Simpson of Baillie Simpson Chartered Accountants.

It’s important to collate all of your documents such as PAYG summaries, pension or government allowance, interest earned, rental property income, business income, work related expenditure, investment expenses, charity donations and private health insurance, just to name a few.

Tax planning should be customised to individual needs, and should be undertaken with the assistance of an expert. Planning this June should certainly consider strategies available specifically for Small Business Entities, such as the immediate write off deductions for capital items, and bringing forward expenses into the 2017 financial year. Other tools to discuss with your accountant or advisor include the use of Superannuation Contributions as a deduction or Farm Management Deposits as a strategy.

This time of year is also ideal for planning and forecasting for the new financial year. Professionals can refine the process of iden- tifying both the goals and the concerns of clients, and work with them to map a plan for the coming years. This includes a cash flow forecast and projected Profit and Loss, and is ideally revisited regularly through the new financial year. Planning and measuring performance are essential for reaching your personal and business goals.

The sooner you get in touch with the experts, the sooner you can lighten your load.

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