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ATO boss doubtful of ‘low complexity, high volume’ practices

ATO commissioner Chris Jordan said a practice built on supplying “simple returns” is questionable, after being pushed...

27 November 2017 • By Katarina Taurian

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ASIC set to issue letters on rego slips

Accountants holding an AFS licence, including a limited licence, who have yet to register with the Financial Advisers...

24 November 2017 • By Jotham Lian

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Property ties targeted in ASIC's new guidance for accountants

ASIC has released a new set of guidance material for accountants providing and looking to provide financial advice,...

23 November 2017 • By Katarina Taurian

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Mid-tier fears tax, compliance laws driving clients offshore

The mounting time and opportunity costs of Australia’s “unnecessarily complex” tax laws are increasingly pushing...

23 November 2017 • By Jotham Lian

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ASBFEO applauds government move on payments

The government has moved forward to introduce a 15-business-day payment term for small business suppliers following...

22 November 2017 • By Jotham Lian

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CA firm changes advice processes after ASIC action

Following an external review of its compliance with financial services laws, a Queensland-based AFSL holder has...

21 November 2017 • By Katarina Taurian

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PM hints at big tax cuts, ‘electoral sweetener’ to create more complexity

The prime minister has hinted tax cuts for middle-income earners are on the cards, but one mid-tier fears the...

21 November 2017 • By Katarina Taurian

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Accountants told to brace for more reporting changes

Despite the ATO finalising its views on superannuation reporting requirements, industry executives are warning that...

20 November 2017 • By Miranda Brownlee