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Understanding limited recourse borrowing arrangements

Posted by Team AVS on 30 Oct, 2017  0 Comments

A self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF), generally speaking, is not able to borrow to acquire assets. The rationale is that superannuation is meant to be a relatively conservative investment vehicle, and borrowing can put the fund at risk.

An example of this risk at work was seen during the global financial crisis (GFC) through margin lending schemes where people borrowed money to invest in shares.  When the GFC hit, people not only lost th

ATO can increase(or reduce) its penalties

Posted by Team AVS on 24 Oct, 2017  2 Comments

Any voluntary disclosure that is made by a taxpayer before being told that an audit is to be conducted will reduce the base penalty amount by 80% if the shortfall is greater than $1,000 or is a scheme shortfall amount or to nil if the shortfall is less than $1,000.

The taxpayer will generally be taken to have made an honest mistake unless there is information to indicate that the taxpayer did not make an honest mistake. The voluntary disclosure must be made in writing, be signed with the appropriate taxpayer or agent declaration and posted to the ATO.


Implications of Company Franking Credits

Posted by Team AVS on 16 Oct, 2017  0 Comments

The recent cut to the tax rate for incorporated businesses that turnover less than $50 million a year, while generally welcomed, can bring with it some important considerations when it comes to distributing franked dividends.

The rate change to 27.5% is to be staggered, starting with companies that turnover up to $10 million a year, with retrospective effect from July 1, 2016. It will then apply to companies turning over up to $25 million in 2

Claiming start-up costs for Immediate deductions

Posted by Team AVS on 11 Oct, 2017  0 Comments

Before July 1, 2015, relevant business capital expenditure, including start-up expenses, was deductible under the auspices of this five-year deduction entitlement housed under a section of the capital allowances rules. However, after that date, certain start-up expenses for businesses, including costs associated with raising capital, that would otherwise have been deductible over five years, can be immediately deductible. These include professional expenses associated with starting a new business, such as professional, legal and accounting advice


Keeping your SMSF compliant while you are travelling

Posted by Team AVS on 3 Oct, 2017  0 Comments

Are you an SMSF trustee who loves to travel? Sounds like a great lifestyle, however, while planning your summer break you need to be aware that there can be negative consequences if you are out of the country for too long.

If you are a trustee and you relocate overseas for an extended period, the residency status of the SMSF, its compliance status and its ability to receive tax concessions may be affected.

Prevent your SMSF becoming non-com

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