101 ways to save money on your tax - legally! : updated for2015-2016 by Raftery, Adrian, 1971- author instant download

101 ways to save money on your tax - legally! : updated for2015-2016 by Raftery, Adrian, 1971- author instant download

xviii, 310 pages ; 21 cm, Stop overpaying your taxes and start saving money! 101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax -- Legally! 2015-2016 sheds light on how you can increase your tax return by maximising your deductions. This practical guide explores how individual, family, property, education, employment, small business, investment property, shares, superannuation, medical expenses, levies, and other deductions can be leveraged to ensure that you receive the tax return you deserve--and that you do not overpay the government. You'll also get advice regarding tax-effective investments, tax planning, and the best way to go about finding a great accountant. Every year, you give a portion of your income to the government. While this money funds essentials like infrastructure, you certainly do not want to give more than you need to. This insightful guide provides you with the information necessary to ensure that you receive as much money back as possible on your tax return, Includes index, Machine generated contents note: pt. I You and your family -- 1. Marriage -- 2. Income splitting -- 3. Dependant (invalid and carer) tax offset -- 4. Children -- 5. Paid parental leave -- 6. Dad and partner pay -- 7. Child care -- 8. Low-income earners -- 9. Senior and pensioner tax offset -- 10. Other government benefits -- 11. Family breakdown -- 12. Death -- 13. Trusts -- pt. II Your employment -- 14. Car usage -- 15. Methods to claim car travel -- 16. Travel -- 17. Uniform -- 18. Home office -- 19. Other work-related deductions -- 20. Keeping those receipts -- 21. ATO hit lists -- 22. Redundancy -- 23. Working a second job -- 24. Salary sacrifice -- 25. Fringe benefits -- 26. Living-away-from-home allowance -- pt. III Your education -- 27. Claiming self-education expenses -- 28. The $250 threshold -- 29. Self-development courses -- 30. Higher Education Loan Program -- 31. Student Financial Supplement Scheme -- 32. Austudy and ABSTUDY -- 33. Trade Support Loans -- 34. Scholarships,…