This article, written from a tax agent’s perspective, provides clients with a comprehensive checklist of the information and documents needed for preparing a tax return. It covers personal details, income statements, expense records, additional financial information, investment and property information, debt information, previous year’s tax return, business or contractor income, and foreign income. The aim is to guide taxpayers in efficiently preparing for their tax return to ensure accuracy and completeness.

This article, written from a tax agent’s perspective, discusses the considerations surrounding the decision to delay lodging a tax return. It covers the standard and extended deadlines, reasons for delay, potential consequences, risks, benefits of timely lodgment, and the importance of seeking professional advice. The aim is to provide taxpayers with a balanced view of the implications of delaying their tax return lodgment, helping them make informed decisions based on their specific circumstances.

This article, written from a tax agent’s perspective, provides an overview of the expected timelines for tax refunds in Australia. It covers different lodgment methods, factors affecting refund processing times, how to track your refund, receiving the refund, and tips for managing expectations around the timing of the refund. The goal is to inform taxpayers about the typical process and timeframe for receiving tax refunds after lodgment.