Well here it is for another year – it’s Christmastime!

I would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you who have supported The Tax Chic during 2017.

As a sole practitioner, it is heartening to know how many of you appreciate the work I perform, and I’m grateful for the many and varied projects we’ve completed together in the past 12 months.

I wish you and your family and friends a safe and very Merry Christmas and Happy New year!

What will 2018 bring? Well, there are many things on the horizon here at The Tax Chic (and associated entities), lots of projects happening and plenty of ideas to put into practice – sometimes I wish there were two of me!

I’ll be around over the traditional Christmas break but will take a rest from my online activities during that time (I’ll be formally back on Monday 8th January, 2018, although I have a small surgery scheduled for the next day so will see how I am feeling) – rest assured if you need to ask any questions, you are welcome to email bron@thetaxchic.com and I will respond as soon as I can.

If you are travelling over the holidays, please take care on the road and I look forward to working with you in 2018!

Regards

Have you lodged your 2017 tax return?

If not, there’s no need to panic as we still have time…BUT, I would encourage you to make the most of the usual quiet time in January to get your documents sorted.

For any clients already on my lodgement list, I’ll be in touch with you in the coming weeks to remind you of your obligations and to get things moving so we can complete your returns as soon as possible.

For new clients, please review the fees and terms of engagement on www.thetaxchic.com and then contact me or email bron@thetaxchic.com so we can also get you sorted.

There’s no time like the present!

Regards

This week I’m here to remind you to take note of the renewal date for your business name.

With the ever-increasing level of fraudulent e-mail correspondence coming from ‘official looking’ organisations, it can be easy to delete a notice that is actually genuine.

I recommend looking up your business name via the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) website and diarise to process your renewal directly with ASIC, you can search here. This way you can be sure your registration stays current, and there’s no need to worry about clicking on a fraudulent link.

Regards

This pic here is the boot of my car last week – I am proud to have contributed these much needed goodies to the Warrnambool and District Food Share’s Christmas Appeal.

With so many worthy causes calling for assistance, particularly at this time of the year, it can be difficult to choose just one of them to support.

This particular charity is being supported by my Brother’s work, so for me it was a way to support them too.

But let’s get back to the giving…we often consider that a cash contribution to charity might be eligible for a tax deduction, but did you know that you might be able to get a tax deduction for providing goods to charities as well?

The important detail to check is if the charity is registered as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) – to do this simply check the details in their Australian Business Number (ABN) registration here.

On a personal note, please know that every little bit helps. Just one item or a few dollars can make all the difference to those in need and I implore you to consider helping if you can.

And if you are reading this and things are financially tough for you right now, there are plenty of people and organisations willing to lend a hand, please let them.

Regards