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May 27

2014 year end tax tips

  • May 27, 2014
  • Tax tips

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It is that time of year again and below are a number of 2014 year end tax tips that may assist you.
 

Bad debts
 

Bad debts are taxable sales that have been overdue for 12 months or more and have no chance of being recovered. It is important to write off bad debts before year end. It must not be bad, not merely doubtful and must have been previously included as assessable income.
 

Trust distributions
 

Trustee distribution resolutions are needed before 30 June 2014, or individuals can expect to pay 46.5 per cent on trust profits.
 

Prepaid Interest
 

There is potential for big tax refunds for prepaid interest for a capital protected share portfolio, with no cash required by 30 June.
 

Self education
 

To claim a deduction for self education expenses individuals must show that the course maintained or improved a skill required for their current work activities, or that it was likely to lead to an increased income.
 

ATO benchmarking
 

Benchmarks have been developed to identify taxpayers who report income or expenses different to similar businesses. It allows the ATO to identify businesses that are not fulfilling their tax obligations.
 

Write off obsolete inventory
 

The year end stock take should involve a review of all inventory and identify any damaged or obsolete stock. Obsolete stock may be scrapped or valued below cost subject to specific guidelines. Receipts must be kept so that all deductions can be substantiated.
 

Capital expenditure vs repairs
 

Review all spending during the year to determine if all items are deductible or if they are capital by nature and need to be depreciated.
 

Review unpaid expenses
 

Businesses who are falling behind in their rent and other expenses that work on an accruals basis may claim the arrears amount as a tax deduction.
 

ATO compliance
 

Businesses should be aware of any ATO changes that have occurred throughout the year as penalties can apply for those businesses who fail to be compliant.
 

Prepay expenses
 

Prepaying expenses that cover a period of no more than 12 months is a good way to bring forward operating expenses before 30 June. Items that can be prepaid include rent, insurance and repairs.
 

Depreciation schedule
 

The depreciation schedule can add a significant tax deduction. The cost is also tax deductible. For businesses which maintain depreciation schedules, it is important to review them to ensure there are no items which are no longer on hand and could be written off.
 

Small business CGT concessions
 

Individuals operating a small business may be eligible for CGT concessions on the sale of business assets.
 

Our team of professional accountants are at hand to deal with any questions or queries regarding year end tax.
Call (02) 4926 2300 or email us.

 

Disclaimer.
 

Call Leenane Templeton today to discuss the 2014 year end tax tips.

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