Tax Serve Insights
Practical guides for individuals and small businesses. Browse the latest six articles below, then open another group to explore the archive.
Foreign Income and Tax in Australia 2025–26: What Every Australian Resident Needs to Declare
Earning income overseas? Australian tax residents must declare worldwide income — including foreign wages, pensions, investments and rental income. Here’s what you need to know for 2025–26.
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Deceased Estates and Tax in Australia 2025–26: What Every Executor Needs to Know
When someone dies in Australia, their tax obligations don’t die with them. Here’s what executors and beneficiaries need to know about deceased estate tax in 2025–26.
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Record Keeping for Tax Purposes Australia 2025–26: What You Must Keep and For How Long
Good tax record keeping protects your deductions, simplifies BAS lodgement, and keeps the ATO satisfied. Here’s exactly what Australian individuals and businesses must keep in 2025–26.
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Airbnb and Short-Term Rental Tax Australia 2025–26: What Every Host Needs to Know
Renting your property on Airbnb or another short-term platform? The ATO is watching. Here’s everything Australian hosts need to know about declaring income, claiming deductions, and staying compliant in 2025–26.
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Rental Property Depreciation Australia 2025–26: How to Maximise Your Tax Deductions
Rental property depreciation is one of the most valuable — and most misunderstood — tax deductions available to Australian investors. Here’s what you can claim in 2025–26 and how to avoid costly mistakes.
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Tax Debt and ATO Payment Plans Australia 2025–26: What to Do If You Can’t Pay Your Tax Bill
Struggling to pay your tax bill this year? Discover how ATO payment plans work in 2025–26, what interest and penalties apply, and how TaxServe can help you manage your tax debt.
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Employee Share Schemes (ESS) Australia 2025–26: What You Need to Know at Tax Time
Received shares or options through your employer? Here’s everything Australian employees and employers need to know about Employee Share Scheme tax obligations for 2025–26.
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GST for Small Business Australia 2025–26: What Every Owner Needs to Know
Confused about GST obligations for your small business? This guide covers registration thresholds, BAS lodgement, claiming credits, and the ATO’s 2025–26 compliance focus areas — in plain English.
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Investment Income and Tax in Australia 2025–26: What Every Investor Needs to Declare
Earning dividends, interest, or managed fund distributions? Here’s exactly how investment income is taxed in Australia for 2025–26 — including franking credits, ETFs, and CGT.
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Tax Offsets and Rebates Australia 2025–26: How to Reduce Your Tax Bill This Lodgement Season
Discover every tax offset and rebate available to Australians in 2025–26 — from LITO and SAPTO to the private health insurance rebate and small business offset — and how to claim them correctly.
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Salary Packaging and Salary Sacrifice Australia 2025–26: How to Boost Your Take-Home Pay
Could you be paying more tax than you need to? Salary packaging lets Australian employees redirect pre-tax income into benefits — legally reducing your taxable income and boosting your take-home pay in 2025–26.
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Tax Deductions for Sole Traders in Australia: What You Can Claim in 2025–26
Are you a sole trader or self-employed Australian? Discover every major deduction you can claim in 2025–26 — from home office and vehicle costs to equipment write-offs, super contributions, and insurance — plus the ATO rules you need to…
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Motor Vehicle Tax Deductions Australia 2025–26: What You Can Claim This Tax Time
Claiming car expenses on your 2025–26 tax return? Discover the two ATO-approved methods, the 88 cents per kilometre rate, logbook rules, and common mistakes that attract ATO attention.
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Superannuation Guarantee Changes 2026–27: What Every Australian Employer Must Know Now
The 2026–27 financial year brings the biggest shake-up to Australia’s superannuation system in decades. Here’s what employers need to know about Payday Super, the new SG rate, and compliance obligations.
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ATO Audit Triggers in Australia: What Raises Red Flags in 2025–26
Worried about an ATO audit? Discover the top triggers for individuals and small businesses in 2025–26, how the ATO’s data-matching works, and practical steps to reduce your risk.
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How to Lodge Your 2025–26 Tax Return in Australia: Deadlines, Documents & What’s New
Preparing your return for the year ended 30 June 2026? Review documents and confirm the lodgement date that applies to you or your registered tax agent.
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Trust Distributions and Tax: What Every Australian Trustee Must Do Before 30 June 2026
2025–26 archive: the 30 June 2026 resolution deadline has passed. Review your records and seek advice on any missed obligations before planning the next income year.
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Division 7A Loans: What Every Australian Company Director Must Know Before 30 June 2026
2025–26 archive: review company loans and year-end records with your tax agent. Interest rates and obligations must be checked for the relevant income year.
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Negative Gearing in Australia: What Property Investors Need to Know Before 30 June 2026
A guide to rental income and deductions for the year ended 30 June 2026. Check current rules and your circumstances before relying on a deduction.
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Cryptocurrency Tax in Australia: What Every Investor Needs to Know in 2025–26
Confused about crypto tax in Australia? Learn how the ATO taxes Bitcoin, Ethereum and other digital assets in 2025–26 — including CGT events, the 50% discount, and record-keeping rules.
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Small Business Tax Concessions 2025–26: The Complete Guide for Australian Business Owners
A guide to concessions for the year ended 30 June 2026. Check eligibility and the rules for the relevant income year before making a claim.
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Individual Tax Return Tips 2025–26: Your Complete Guide for Australian Taxpayers
Maximise your 2025–26 tax refund with our expert guide covering new tax rates, top deductions, ATO compliance focus areas, and key lodgement deadlines for Australian individuals.
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PAYG Withholding 2025–26: Your Complete Guide for Australian Employers
Everything Australian employers need to know about PAYG withholding in 2025–26 — obligations, tax tables, STP finalisation, key deadlines, and how to avoid costly ATO penalties.
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Instant Asset Write-Off 2025–26: Your Complete Guide for Australian Small Businesses
2025–26 archive: check the eligibility and asset-use requirements for the year ended 30 June 2026. Do not assume the same concession applies in later years.
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BAS Lodgement 2025–26: Your Complete Guide for Australian Businesses
Everything Australian businesses need to know about BAS lodgement in 2025–26 — deadlines, what to report, how to lodge, penalties, and expert tips to stay compliant.
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Superannuation Contributions 2025–26: Your Complete Guide to Maximising Super Before 30 June
2025–26 archive: the 30 June 2026 contribution deadline has passed. Check fund receipt dates, eligibility and notice-of-intent requirements for your return.
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Capital Gains Tax in Australia: Your Essential 2025–26 Guide
A guide to capital gains for the year ended 30 June 2026, covering records, disposals and concessions. Planning for a later year needs a fresh review.
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Work-From-Home Tax Deductions: Your Complete 2025–26 Guide for Australian Taxpayers
Working from home in 2025–26? Discover how to maximise your WFH tax deductions using the ATO’s 70-cent fixed rate or actual cost method — and avoid the record-keeping mistakes that trigger an ATO review.
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Fringe Benefits Tax 2026: What Every Australian Employer Needs to Know Before the Deadline
Historical guide for the FBT year ended 31 March 2026. Check your applicable lodgement and payment dates with the ATO or your tax agent.
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Rental Property Deductions: What Australian Investors Can Claim in 2025–26
Owning a rental property in Australia? Discover every deduction you’re entitled to claim in 2025–26 — from interest and repairs to depreciation — and avoid costly ATO mistakes.
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End of Financial Year Tax Planning: Your 2026 Guide for Australians
2025–26 archive: review the records and actions for the year ended 30 June 2026. Seek advice before using these strategies for a later income year.
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The ATO Fuel Response Payment Plan: What Every Australian Small Business Owner Needs to Know
Historical guide: the published application window ended 30 June 2026. Check current ATO payment-plan options rather than assuming this temporary arrangement is available.
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Self-Managed Super Funds: Taking Control of Your Retirement
Discover the benefits and responsibilities of managing your own superannuation fund.
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Payday Super: A Guide for Employers
Payday Super for employers: review payroll processes, fund receipt timing and rejected payments under the rules effective from 1 July 2026.
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Support Workers Claiming Expenses: A Comprehensive Guide
Essential expense tips for NDIS and aged care support professionals.
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Novated Lease Benefits: Drive Your Dream Car Tax-Effectively
How salary packaging a vehicle can save you thousands in taxes and running costs.
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Australian Tax Cuts from 1 July 2024: Historical Guide
Historical guide to the income tax changes effective from 1 July 2024. Use current ATO rates for the income year you are preparing.
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Life Insurance Planning: Protecting Your Family’s Future
Smart strategies for choosing the right cover and maximising tax deductions.
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Company vs Trust: The Ultimate Guide for Australian Investors (With Real Numbers)
Company vs trust Australia — compare tax rates, CGT discounts, land tax traps and real scenarios with actual numbers to choose the right structure.
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Can You Claim SMSF Setup Costs? What’s Deductible and What’s Not
SMSF setup costs are generally not tax deductible as they’re capital in nature. Learn what you can and can’t claim, including property fees and legal costs.
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