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The 2022 tax return lodgement deadline is 31 October. So, if you haven't already lodged your tax, don't delay. Lodge your 2022 tax return today!

If you've already lodged your 2022 tax return, well done; relax for another year.

If you're ready to lodge your 2022 tax return, then now's the time. The lodgement deadline for taxpayers who are not registered with a tax agent is 31 October 2022. If you don’t lodge your return before the ATO’s tax deadline of 31 October 2022, you could face financial penalties, and even interest charges from the ATO. Typical fines that the ATO can impose for lodging after the tax deadline are as much as $900, depending on the overdue timeframe and individual circumstances.

Extensions to the 31 October deadline are available for taxpayers who utilised the services of a tax agent last year. Existing Online Tax Australia customers only need to login into their account and register commencement of their 2022 return to ensure they remain on our tax agent listing.

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The hospitality industry is a gruelling one, so it’s only fair that you should be rewarded for your brutal hours come tax time. While it may not seem like it, there are in fact a range of deductions you may be eligible for if you work as a chef, waiter, bartender, barista or hospo profession.

We’ve done the nitty gritty work to set you up with a comprehensive list of deductions to boost your 2022 tax return.

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Opting for a DIY agent-free tax return may seem like the money saving move. But what you save in agent fees could cost you both time and money in the long run. Two thirds of Australians opt to use a qualified tax agent for good reason.

Registered tax agents are committed to getting you the best tax return possible, while avoiding those simple mistakes that can leave you tied up with the ATO for lengthy periods.

Still not sure if a tax agent is worth the upfront fee? Why not take a look at our comprehensive outline on the benefits of using a tax agent.

The Benefits of Using a Tax Agent - Online Tax Returns Australia Tax agents work with you to ensure you get the best tax return possible with the benefits of using a tax agent outweighing the tax deductible fee you pay.

Did you know that OTA has handy occupation-specific tax deduction guides? Like this one, for nurses…

There are a number of tax deductions for nurses, midwives, and other health professionals available. To ensure that you are aware of all the tax saving benefits available to you, Online Tax Australia has put together the comprehensive list below.

Most of the tax benefits come in the form of tax deductions for out-of-pocket expenses that you have incurred throughout the course of the year that aren’t reimbursed to you by your employer.

Tax Deductions for Nurses | Online Tax Australia There are a number of tax deductions for nurses, midwives, and other health professionals available. To ensure that you are aware of all the tax saving benefits available to you, Online Tax Australia has put together the comprehensive list below.

Did you undertake work related self-education this year?

You can claim back investments made in self-education when the training is related to your work. In order to make this claim, the education undertaken must have a “sufficient connection” to your current employment and income according to the ATO.

The ATO provides some guidelines that can improve the chances of self-education being considered a work related expense:

1. The study in question must be related to the specific skills utilised in your current employment
2. Increase the likelihood of a pay rise from your employment
3. Your current employer has encouraged you to undertake the course and/or funded all or part of the course

If your self-education falls under the above categories it may be eligible for a deduction. All costs associated with the course, such as the course fees and additional expenses such as a textbooks, stationery and some travel. Please note HECS/HELP charges are not deductible as fees.

Did you make any charitable donations this financial year?

If you’ve made charitable donations throughout the last financial year you are able to claim them back on your tax return. Donations must be of at least $2 in value and the organisation must be registered as a deductible gift recipient (DGR).

Credit card statements, web receipts and payment summaries can all be used as proof of a donation.

The donation must be considered a true gift and you may have to prove that you did not receive anything in return.

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When it comes to personal superannuation, taxpayers can make additional contributions over and above your employer’s direct contributions and salary sacrifice contributions.

However, for your super contributions to be deductible, the following must be satisfied:

* You must have paid the contribution to your super fund prior to 30 June.
* You must notify the superannuation fund and advise them of your intention to claim a deduction. This is done by completing and lodging a ‘Notice of Intent to Claim’ form with your super fund.
* You must have received a confirmation from your super fund confirming the amount received.

It is advisable to seek financial advice prior to making additional superannuation contributions to ensure you do not breach the contribution threshold in any one year.

Online Tax Australia has everything you need for a stress-free and seamless tax return period. We can help you get the most out of your refund by assessing your eligibility for various claims and ensuring that your tax return is accurate and has all necessary documentation.

Our premium pre-fill service makes it easier than ever to submit your claims. Leave the hard work to us while you enjoy the benefits.

What are you waiting for? Get in touch with us today if you’d like to discuss your tax return or register with our online portal to try our service with no obligation to lodge with us.

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Need help lodging your tax return? Whether it’s your first time doing a tax return, or you’ve done it countless times before, it doesn’t hurt to do some research and find out how to get the most out of your claims.

There could be many claims that you are entitled to that you have been missing out on in previous years. In 2022, make sure that you are receiving all of your deductions while filing an accurate and honest tax return.

We’ve put together a quick how-to guide for lodging your tax return, avoiding delays on your refund and whether to work with a tax agent or make your claims independently. Read more:

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The deadline to lodge your tax return for 2022 is fast approaching so don’t waste any time and get on top of your deductions today. Online Tax Australia has everything you need for a stress-free and seamless tax return period. We can help you get the most out of your refund by assessing your eligibility for various claims and ensuring that your tax return is accurate and has all necessary documentation.

Our premium pre-fill service makes it easier than ever to submit your claims. Leave the hard work to us while you enjoy the benefits.

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Want to get the most out of your tax refund in 2022? Did you know that an estimated $300 million in unclaimed tax is missed out on by Australians each year? Make sure you aren’t missing out on unclaimed benefits by following our tips for how to maximise your 2022 refund.

Common entitlements that many miss out on include vehicle expenses for work, phone and internet expenses, home office costs, donations made to charities and more.

We know how confusing it can be to navigate all of the claims available to you, so make sure you are aware of exactly what deductions you are entitled by reading more here: https://www.onlinetaxaustralia.com.au/tips-to-maximise-your-2022-tax-refund/

Did you know that you can claim a deduction for your internet or phone if you use it for work related activities? With more and more Australians working from home it is important to know that you can claim certain expenses on your tax return, such as phone and internet usage, if they are essential to your employment.

When it comes to internet and mobile phone claims, the ATO is aware that individuals also use their devices for personal reasons, such as streaming movies and so on. The ATO is also aware that a major portion of most people’s mobile phone plans relates to data costs, rather than phone call costs. So, if you use your phone primarily for calls and not data then your claim needs to reflect that situation.

It is recommended that internet claims be between 10% to 20% of the monthly cost, which then caters for family time to stream information, entertainment and so on.

Phone claims can be a higher percentage. However, catering for small or large data usage for work needs to be considered.

Want to learn more about claiming your phone or internet on your tax return? Read here for more: https://www.onlinetaxaustralia.com.au/tax-tips-help/work-related-expenses-2/

The clock is ticking on the looming tax deadline. If you’re looking for a way to lodge your tax return, quickly and accurately, our Online Tax Australia portal is the perfect solution.

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Did You Work from Home this Financial Year?

In the post COVID-19 era, more of us are working from home than ever before. If you've invested in a home office, you may be able to claim some of your expenses back in your 2022 tax return.

But, keep in mind that it can be very complex when assessing eligibility to claim a portion of home office expenses. We've outlined the key points below. Just remember, if all this sounds too tricky to navigate, start your tax return with us—our experts are here to help.


Home Office Claims for Sole Trading Businesses

You can use the ATO calculator if you operate a business from your home such as a hair dressing or motor mechanic business that requires a dedicated work space and fixed equipment etc, or a sole business owner who has set up a dedicated office space for your business, including separate access for customers, business signage and customer facilities.eg lawyer operating a business from home. This dedicated space cannot be useful for any purpose other than conducting your business. If you use the ATO calculator, then records also need to be maintained as such claims can result in capital gain issues in the future should you sell your property.

If your sole trading activities are generally conducted on customer sites, eg plumber, then your home office claim should be similar to employee home office claims below.

Home Office Claims for Employees
For employees, it is very unusual for the ATO calculator using a percentage of home costs to be applicable. One exception may be in situations where employers have established regional work locations and are using an employees’ premises as their only office representation. However in most employee situations the following options apply.

ATO $0.80 per hour Rate
The ATO has advised that the $0.80 per hour method can be utilised, based on the hours worked at home during the year.

If you elect to use the $0.80 per hour, you cannot then claim additional expenses such as printers, stationery, internet percentage and so on. The $0.80 per hour rate caters for all expenses including desk, chair, telephone, stationery, computer and internet during that period. For example, if you worked 200 hours worked at home at $0.80 per hour, then you could claim $160. No other home office expenses can be claimed.

ATO $0.52 per hour Rate
If you opt to claim the lower $0.52 per hour rate, you must have a dedicated work space that is not used for other purposes (such as a study). If you claim the $0.52 rate per hour, you can also claim other expenses such as stationery, business use of internet, business use of mobile and so on. The ATO notes that the home internet in most cases is set up primarily for private use such as streaming and as such business internet claims should be 10%-15% of the monthly cost only. Also the $0.52 rate does cater for the cost of a desk and chair, so these cannot be claimed separately.

When it comes to superannuation deductions, you can make additional contributions over and above your employer’s direct contributions and salary sacrifice contributions. However, for your super contributions to be deductible, the following must be satisfied:

1. You must have paid the contribution to your super fund prior to 30 June.

2. You must notify the superannuation fund and advise them of your intention to claim a deduction. This is done by completing and lodging a ‘Notice of Intent to Claim’ form with your super fund.

3. You must have received a confirmation from your super fund confirming the amount received.

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Wanting to know if you can claim a tax deduction if you’ve undertaken self-education in relation to your current employment? Self-education claims can be one of the most confusing aspects of a tax return to navigate.

Important points to note that help to substantiate self-education claims are:

Does the education relate to your existing income earning role? If it improves your skills for your current role, which may lead to pay increases in the future, the fees paid are normally deductible—apart from HECS. If the course positions you for a change in role or a new position, the fees may be considered as being incurred pre the income event and therefore not eligible to claim as a deduction.

If your employer has encouraged you to undertake the course, contributed to paying part of the fees and provided paid study leave, those actions will help support eligibility for the deduction claim.

Read our guide on how to get the most out of your self-education tax claim:
http://www.onlinetaxaustralia.com.au/tax-tips-help/tax-deductions-australia-occupation/tax-deductions-students/

The Online Tax Australia team is pleased to announce that our 2021 online tax return preparation and lodgement service is now available.

Our team of fully qualified, highly experienced accountants check each and every single return before it is lodged with the Australian Taxation Office. Our service is not simply an online portal, we continue to provide support and advice all year round so our customers retain complete peace of mind when dealing with any of their tax return issues. For more information about our services and pricing, visit our website.

Completing your tax return, and maximising your refund, has really never been faster or easier. Rest assured, you really are in safe hands with us.

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