Accounting Ninjas

29/06/2026

30% Trust Tax: A Wake-Up Call for Small Business Owners

The proposed 30% trust tax is one of the biggest tax changes announced in the 2026–27 Federal Budget. We have already covered the broader Budget tax changes, and now we are taking a closer look at the proposed 30% trust tax and what it could mean for Australian small

19/05/2026

Payday Super doesn't just apply to employees! It can also apply to your independent contractors:

13/05/2026

https://accountingninjas.com.au/business/federal-budget-2026-27-key-tax-changes-for-business-owners-investors/

26/11/2025

Claiming work clothing? ⚔️Ask before you guess — the ATO’s blades are silent. Our latest Ninja Guide breaks it down. 🥷

Short answer? Sometimes. Only under very specific conditions are work clothes tax deductible. Long answer? Only when it meets the strict ATO combat-readiness criteria. And when it comes to claiming clothing as a tax deduction, the ATO is tougher than a katana blade, and they won’t hesitate to stri...

05/11/2025

This Ninja Guide explains how renting your home (or part of it) can affect your CGT, and what the clever moves can help you stay one step ahead.

🏠 Using Your Home to Produce Income – The Ninja Way Thinking about renting out your home or even just a room?Before you step into the world of rental income, take a breath and sharpen your tax awareness blade — because once your home starts earning income, the Capital

09/09/2025

Truckies vs the ATO: A long-haul driver wins big on meal deductions—learn the ninja lessons for claiming smart and staying audit-proof.

🥷 Travel Meal Expenses: A Case Worth Watching A long-haul truck driver in WA recently went head-to-head with the ATO over his meal expense deductions—and won (at least for now). ⚔️ The Story The driver claimed $32,782 for meals in 2020–21, based on 310 travel days × $105.75/day (ATO’s ...

17/03/2025

Ever wondered what really sets apart an employee from a contractor? It’s not just about the title; it’s about the role they play in your business and the rules you need to follow. Getting it wrong could lead to some headaches with taxes and superannuation, so it's important to understand the dis...

13/03/2025

Ever wondered who the best SMSF members are to team up when starting a self-managed super fund (SMSF)? ✅ Good news—you’ve got options! Family Ties and Business Buddies Most people join forces with their spouse to manage a fund, but flying solo is also cool if you’re on your own. Not just lim...

10/03/2025

Tax Deductible Super Contributions Every little bit added to your super can make a big difference when preparing for retirement. But figuring out the best way to boost your super balance can be tricky. Let’s simplify two popular methods: salary sacrifice and tax deductible super contributions. Wha...