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Wishing all of our valued clients a very Happy Easter! 
We will be spending a few days with our families and shall return to the office on Tuesday 2nd April at 9am.

The Motley Fool's are presenting their Financial Literacy Week via live webinars from 26th February to 1st March. If you're wanting to improve your knowledge and finances, be sure to reserve your spot. Should you invest your time by joining a webinar - let us know how it helped you.

Got an idea or a hobby and looking to transform it into a small business? Get the basics right - from start up to set up and record keeping. Take advantage of these free short courses to set your business up for success.

Need to lodge your tax return at a time that suits you? During July and August we have extended our office hours to include evening and weekend appointments. Whether it's a face-to-face, phone or Zoom appointment - the choice is yours. Call the office on 03 9747 0255 to book now.

October is Cyber Security Awareness month.Cyber security is important to everyone & it's easy to fall into the habit of putting off your security updates, including backing up your devices. Click on the link below for all your content on Cybersecurity and checks

If you own an investment property and you haven't had it professionally assessed for depreciation allowances, chances are you're paying too much tax. Click on the link to find out more.

Did you know that from 1st July there are two important changes happening to super guarantee? Click here to find our more

Do you receive a child care subsidy or family tax benefit and still yet to lodge your 2021 Tax return? The ATO have issued a deadline to have your return lodged by. Find out when....

Tax Concepts will be closed Monday 25th April due to the Anzac Day public holiday. Lest we forget.

Tax Concepts will be closed for the Easter Period from 5.30pm Thursday 14th April through till 9am Tuesday 19th April.
We would like to wish you all a very Happy & Safe Easter break

Funding is available for small businesses who employ staff to invest in equipment, works and engage professional services to improve air ventilation and/or purification. Click her to find out if your business is eligible.

Do you need help with your Qrt 3 BAS - January to March 2022?

Are you a director of a company? Have you applied for your Director Identification Number yet? Click on the link below to find out how.

Are you an employer? Are you ready for the super guarantee rate rise that will come into effect on 1st July 2021? Click on the link below for all your info

$5000 government grants available - Click on the link to find out how.

Whilst our doors may be closed, we're still open for business. All staff are working remotely and ready to take your call. Why not call us now to book your 2021 Tax appointment. 9747-0255

Following today's Victorian government announcement, as of tomorrow morning, all clients will be required to wear a mask upon entry, unless you have an exemption.Tax Concepts thanks you in advance for your co-operation.

With tax time just around the corner, make sure you keep up to date with the recent budget changes. Click on the link for the NTAA summary

$1200 rebates are now available through Business Victoria for small businesses to adopt a digital program. Click here to find out how.

Bookings for Tax Season are NOW OPEN, but with a twist

Are you eligible for the Job Keeper payment from the ATO? Need help with your application? Why not call us now on 9747-0255 to speak to one of our friendly, qualified accountants.

Tax Concepts are apart of the Venture Melton Business network group.
Find out how you too can be apart of this fantastic network for City Of Melton Businesses.

With Stage 3 restrictions currently enforced. Tax Concepts are currently working remotely. What does this mean for you?

Click on the link for a summary on what the Corona virus Australian stimulus package means for you.

Click on the link below for the governments Coronavirus information & financial support for eligible businesses.

In light of recent global advice from the World Health Organisation & to try & slow the spread of Covid 19, Tax Concepts will be offering phone & Skype appointments for all their clients who still need to lodge tax returns or book in for a discussion.Whilst we still have office appointments available, this is just a precaution for those who wish to minimise face to face contact.  Click on the link below for ways to help stem the spread of this deadly disease.

Did you know using a simple statement like 'I don’t like pineapple on my pizza!' as a password can take more than one year and costs scammers $107,000 to crack? Find out the reasons why, as well as other Cyber Safety resources.

From the end of March 2020, you’ll no longer be able to use AUSkey and Manage ABN Connections. There’s a new, simple, secure and flexible way to access our online services like the Business Portal. The following link will show you an ATO fact sheet on the most convenient way to set you your business myGovID.

Do you want to make more money & have a better life? Then click on link below to book your seat for the Dean Parker Training program in Sydney

Need an after hours appointment? Then why wait. Our after hours appointments are only available up until the end of November, so call us on 9747-0255 to book.

The ATO deadline for tax return lodgements for 2019 is fast approaching. Make sure you're registered with your tax agent before the 31st October to be eligible for extended lodgement periods until May 2020.

Each year, through Stay Smart Online Week, the Australian Government works with governments, industry, small business operators and community groups to raise awareness about the ways people can protect themselves online. Check out how you can stay safe too.

Some businesses need to report information to the ATO about the payments they make to contractors for services. Are you one of those?

Please be careful of all the tax office scams circulating. You may receive an sms, email or even a phone call pretending to be your accountant.
If you have completed your tax with Tax Concepts then the ATO will contact us directly if there is a problem with your refund.
Check out the link for more info.
https://www.ato.gov.au/General/Online-services/Identity-security/Scam-alerts/

Have you downloaded the new ATO deductions app to your phone? Click below to check out all the benefits of the newest ATO myDeductions app.

Are you ready for single touch payroll? Are you an employer who pays wages? Click here to find out all you need to know to be ATO compliant.

Wishing all our clients and their families and friends a safe and Happy Christmas and a wonderful 2019.
Please note our office will be closed from midday Friday 21st December 2018 and will re-open Monday 7th January 2019. Contact us for more information   

There's a new ASIC email scam circulating. Please ensure you don't click on the link.
Check out what ASIC have to say:

https://asic.gov.au/online-services/service-availability/scams-targeting-asic-customers

Do you own an investment property? Do you need it professionally assessed for depreciation allowances? Chances are you may be paying too much tax.
 

Palmerston Street End of Bakery Square has now been CLOSED for Traffic

New Scam Alert Tactic. Beware!

Your style Homes has some exciting news for all property investers. Click to check it out!

Small businesses may be eligible for a range of tax benefits. CPA Australia has put together the following tax tips to help small businesses.

Are you tax time ready? Click on the link to head to the ATO small business newsroom.
This website gives small business owners, informative information on anything from Super guarantee, Single Touch payroll, Record keeping and much much more

Property research often brings with it a multitude of questions, but the biggest is often, can I really afford this? 

Another year, Another federal budget.
With a lot to digest from last nights budget. Click on the link below to check out a more simplified version from NTAA of the winners & losers.

Bakery Square Upgrades:
Tax Concepts will be open for business as per usual throughout the Bakery Square road works process.
 

Do you have 20 or more Employees? Are you single touch payroll ready? Click to find out more.