Part 1: Tax Offsets for Individuals

Have you ever calculated your tax payable and thought,

“Wait… this is lower than I expected!”

That’s the magic of tax offsets – one of the nicer surprises in taxation, like little bonuses hidden in the system.

Tax offsets and tax deductions are a bit alike – b...

You know that moment when your trading app proudly announces:

“You sold 1,000 units of [ETF/Share]!” 

…and then tax time hits and suddenly your accountant (aka: me) is gently asking:

“Cool, but which 1,000 units? Was it the first ones I bought 20 years ago, or a mix of the ones I bought last year...

Oooh, HECS!

A friendly guide to tax, PAYG, and kissing HECS debt goodbye.

HECS, or HECS-HELP, is a type of study and training support loan offered by the Australian government. You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP loan if you attend an approved higher education provider – that is, a provider eligib...

Choosing the Right Business Structure For You

Starting a business is exciting. You've got the idea, the passion, and the drive. But before diving headfirst into branding, design, or building your dream workspace, there’s a less glamorous yet critical decision to make: your business structure.

Rebates anyone?

The answer should be a definite YES! They’re extra tempting when it feels like you’re getting rewarded for spending.

Did you know the Australian Government offers a kind of rebate – not for shopping, but for your private health insurance? Yep, it’s real! It’s called the Private Hea...

Do you love surprises?

Woohoo, we do too! But when it comes to a surprise tax bill – no thanks. The good news is, you can actually earn a certain amount without paying any income tax at all.

Yes, really!

If you’re an Australian resident for tax purposes, you can earn up to $18,200 in a financial ...

Being an influencer isn’t just about likes and follows - it’s a real business, with real tax responsibilities. We’ve talked about income, deductions, and even how home offices and outfits fit into the picture. But there’s one more piece to the puzzle that can sneak up on creators as their brand grow...

We’ve addressed income; now let’s explore another important aspect of taxes: deductions. ✨

If you earn income from your social media activities, you’re likely operating a business - even if you're doing it from your spare bedroom with just a ring light and a dream. And that’s good news come tax tim...

The influencer world isn’t all fun and likes - it’s also a dynamic business with all sorts of income streams rolling in! From brand deals to digital products, the ways influencers can earn are as creative as the content they produce. But with great income comes great tax responsibility. 

In this bl...

"Hi! Welcome back to my channel… Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE"

Sounds familiar, right? This was the mandatory catchphrase for every YouTuber before content creation boomed across other platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. It was a key move for building engagement and growing an audie...