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Why is my tax refund so small?

Why is my tax refund so small?

The tax refund many Australians expect has dramatically reduced. We show you why. There is a psychology to tax refunds that successive Governments have been reticent to tamper with. As a nation, Australia relies heavily on personal and corporate income tax, with...
Overseas Recruitment Information Session

Overseas Recruitment Information Session

Shakespeare held a client seminar on Wednesday, 26 July at our office in West Perth. It was an Overseas Recruitment Information session with presenters from Peloton WorkReady, Absolute Immigration, Giide, and AussieOS. For over a decade, the team at Peloton WorkReady...
Tip of the month: Finalising your BAS

Tip of the month: Finalising your BAS

If you are using Xero, once you have lodged your BAS either through Xero or through the ATO “finalising” your BAS will ensure any changes are brought forward to the current BAS you are working on. Saving time and confusion when there are mutual users. The ATO allows...
When is the best time to invest?

When is the best time to invest?

Regardless of their experience, investors often grapple with uncertainty and apprehension when deciding when to invest their money. Questions about the market’s current state, potential crashes, or waiting for a better opportunity can cause doubt and hesitation...
Technology and skills ‘boost’ deduction

Technology and skills ‘boost’ deduction

The 120% skills and training, and technology costs deduction for small and medium businesses have passed Parliament. We’ll show you how to take maximise your deductions. Almost a year after the 2022-23 Federal Budget announcement, the 120% tax deduction for...