Stellar Accounts

18/10/2026

Stellar Accounts is your go to online tax agent for BAS and tax returns. Sit in the comfort of your own home and email your information to Deb, who reviews the work involved and will provide you with a fixed fee price to prepare your return.

No hassles, no stress - once your draft return has been prepared, you can have a phone or zoom chat to talk through your return and Deb will answer all queries you have.

Current pricing:

Basic Individual Tax Returns - from $110
Individual Tax Returns with side hustle - from $175
Small Business Tax Returns - from $325
Airbnb Tax Returns - from $275 (my specialty)
Investment Property Tax Returns - from $255
Rideshare BAS returns - from $110
Small Business BAS returns - from $125

Contact Deb today to have your tax or BAS return prepared by a friendly, professional and efficient tax agent.

06/10/2026

What does the $300 maximum claim for work related expenses mean? Which expenses does it cover?

The $300 maximum claim means that if the total of all your work-related deductions is $300 or less, you do not need formal written evidence (like receipts or invoices) to claim them on your tax return.

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) explicitly states that you must still have actually spent the money, it must be directly related to earning your income, and you must be able to explain how you calculated the amount if asked.

If your total work-related expenses exceed $300, the exemption disappears completely. You must then have written evidence for every single dollar you are claiming, not just the portion over $300.

The $300 limit applies to the combined total of almost all general work-related expenses. It covers:

• Tools and Equipment: Small tools of trade, calculators, safety gear, or software.
• Home Office & Tech: Stationery, diaries, briefcases, computer mice, keyboards, or phone/internet expenses.
• Professional Fees: Union fees, professional association memberships, or industry subscriptions.
• Books and Periodicals: Technical manuals, trade journals, or reference books
required for your job.

While you don't need a store receipt under $300, the ATO expects a clear digital trail. If audited, they will accept:

• A bank or credit card statement showing the transaction.
• A calendar entry or diary log detailing what the purchase was and how it connected to your work duties.

Don't get caught out! Have a chat to a tax specialist like Stellar Accounts to ensure your tax return is prepared in compliance with tax legislation.

30/09/2026

Welcome to October!! Crazy how fast the months roll by.

A reminder that tax returns are due by 2 November 2026.

If you register with a tax agent, like Stellar Accounts, you can have extra time to lodge and pay any tax debt in relation to the 2025-26 tax return.

Its easy to do - just complete my client information form and I will be in touch to get the process underway - https://stellaraccounts.com.au/new-client-individual/

Look forward to working with you soon!

Please note that payment of my fee is confirmation that you will provide all documentation as requested and are aware that no refunds will be made available once work has commenced. Further, you agree that an additional charge of $75 may apply if your documents are not provided on repeated request.

15/09/2026

Attention Aussie Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Hosts! 🏡✨

Are you leaving money on the table this tax season?

Renting out a room, a granny flat, or an entire property on Airbnb is a fantastic earner, but short-stay tax rules are vastly different from normal rental properties.

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) looks at these returns with a magnifying glass, meaning generic DIY software or basic portals often lead to missed deductions or unexpected red flags.

At Stellar Accounts, Airbnb tax returns are one of our core specialties.

We combine the convenience of a 100% online tax agent with the expert, human oversight needed to maximise your return safely.

Properly tracking expenses like cleaning, guest amenities, maintenance, apportioned utilities, and platform fees is essential to avoid overpaying the ATO.

Why choose Stellar Accounts?

🌟 Expertise & Convenience: We handle occupancy adjustments, depreciation, and 100% virtual document uploads from anywhere in Australia.

🌟 Personalized Service: Work directly with Registered Tax Agent Debbie Hoffman before final submission.

🌟 Transparent Pricing: Returns start from $275 for a single listing (+$100 for extra listings) and are tax-deductible next year.

Get your return prepared in 4–5 business days and focus on being a Superhost.

👉 Ready to get started? Call, DM, email or complete my client information form and I will be in touch to get things underway - https://stellaraccounts.com.au/new-client-individual/

15/09/2026

Thinking about tackling your tax return solo this year? 🧾❌

Before you get lost in government portals or risk missing out on your hard-earned money, consider a smarter middle ground.

Using an online tax agent gives you the ultimate combination: the speed and convenience of digital software paired with the eyes of a qualified professional.

At Stellar Accounts, we make tax time 100% stress-free. Here is why lodging with an online agent like us makes perfect sense:

🌟 Maximized Deductions: Don't leave money on the table. We review your details one-on-one to catch industry-specific deductions you might not know you can claim.

🌟 Zero Boring Appointments: No driving to an accountant's office. Upload your documents securely online, and we will handle the rest while you sit back.

🌟 Real Human Review: You aren't just letting an algorithm guess your tax return. Our Registered Tax Agent, Debbie Hoffman, personally prepares and reviews your return, followed by a quick phone or video call to chat through everything before it goes to the ATO.

🌟 Extended Deadlines: Avoid the October 31 rush! Registering with a tax agent like us gives you access to extended lodgement deadlines, often reaching all the way out to May.

🌟 It Pays for Itself: Any fee you pay for tax preparation is fully tax-deductible on your next financial year's return

Whether you have a standard salary (starting from $110), run a sole trader business (starting from $225), or manage an Airbnb/investment property, we have fixed upfront pricing to suit you.

Ready to get tax sorted in just 4–5 business days? 🚀

👉 Click the link to fill out our quick Client Information Form and let’s get started today - https://stellaraccounts.com.au/new-client-individual/

Or call or DM for more information on how I can make the tax process stress free.

09/09/2026

🚀 BIG NEWS FOR AUSSIE SMALL BUSINESSES: The $20,000 Instant Asset Write-Off is Permanent!

💼Say goodbye to the year-by-year guessing game. The federal government has officially locked in the $20,000 Instant Asset Write-Off as a permanent fixture of the Australian tax system.

If you are a small business owner or sole trader, here is what this means for your cash flow:

💰 The Threshold: Up to $20,000 (GST-exclusive) per asset. You can immediately deduct the full cost of eligible new or second-hand items instead of depreciating them over years.

🔄 No Overall Cap: The limit applies on a per-asset basis. You can instantly write off multiple assets in the same financial year, as long as each individual item costs less than $20,000.

🎯 Who Qualifies: Small businesses with an aggregated annual turnover of less than $10 million using simplified depreciation rules.

🛠️ What You Can Claim: Everything from new tools for tradies, office laptops, and tech upgrades, to commercial kitchen gear or coffee machines.

⚠️ Crucial Rule: The asset must be first used or installed ready for use within the income year you claim it. Simply ordering or paying for a piece of equipment isn't enough to secure the deduction!

Before you go on a shopping spree, make sure your purchases align with your actual business needs and cash flow strategy.

Check out the full eligibility rules directly on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website or speak with Deb from Stellar Accounts - https://stellaraccounts.com.au/.

01/09/2026

🏡 5 ATO Tax Deductions Every Australian Property Investor Must Claim!

Are you making the most of tax time? 💰

If you own a residential investment property in Australia, make sure you are claiming these 5 common deductions to boost your cash flow and optimize negative gearing benefits:

Loan interest: Claim the interest component on your investment loan, but exclude any portion used for personal expenses.

Property management: Deduct 100% of the commissions, statement fees, and letting fees paid to your property manager.

Immediate repairs: Write off the costs of fixing wear-and-tear or damage, such as plumbing repairs or replacing broken window glass.

Capital works (Div 43): Claim a 2.5% annual depreciation deduction on construction costs if your property was built after July 1985.

Holding costs: Deduct council rates, water rates, body corporate fees, and landlord insurance premiums.

📊 Pro Tip: Beware of the "repair vs. improvement" trap! Immediate repairs can be deducted straight away, but capital improvements (like a full kitchen renovation) must be depreciated over several years.

Keep every receipt on the ATO myDeductions app!

Contact Deb from Stellar Accounts on 0428 887 104to obtain fixed fee pricing to prepare your 2025-26 tax return - www.stellaraccounts.com.au

Investment Property Tax Returns commence from $255.

01/09/2026

Temporary increase to vehicle allowance for Aged Care Award and SCHADS Award

From 1 September 2026, the vehicle allowance under the Aged Care Award and SCHADS Award increases from $1.01 to $1.05 per kilometre. It applies for 6 months, or until 28 February 2027.

The vehicle allowance increase applies from the first full pay period starting on, or after, 1 September 2026. This means if the weekly pay period starts on Tuesday, the new rates will apply from Tuesday 1 September 2026.

Employers make sure you adjust your km rate for your vehicle allowance and employees make sure you are being paid the increased amount.

Got queries, please contact Deb from Stellar Accounts - www.stellaraccounts.com.au

30/08/2026

Attention Aussie Sole Traders, Freelancers & Contractors! 💼🚀

Running your own business means wearing every hat—but you don’t have to wear the accountant hat too.

Get your 2025–26 Sole Trader tax return prepared by the professionals at Stellar Accounts starting from $225.

Stellar Accounts offers a 100% online tax agent service available Australia-wide. You get the convenience of working completely online, paired with the continuity of working one-on-one with your dedicated Registered Tax Agent, Debbie Hoffman.

What I can help you maximize:

🏠 Home office & utility expenses
🚗 Vehicle & travel logs
💻 Tools, equipment, & software (like XERO)
📈 Overhead costs & business-use asset deductions

Stay 100% ATO compliant and skip the stress with fixed, upfront pricing.

Turnaround is 4-5 business days from receipt of all documentation. Not sure what you need to send? I can help you with that as well.

👉 Ready to get started? Hit the link below to fill out our quick Client Information Form to get the ball rolling - https://stellaraccounts.com.au/new-client-individual/

30/08/2026

Maximize your 2026 tax refund with Stellar Accounts! 🌟

Get your 2025–26 basic tax returns prepared starting from just $110.

Fast, accurate, and completely stress-free.

Why choose Stellar Accounts?

pricing – Quality service starting at $110.
preparation – Maximise your deductions safely.
process – Save time and avoid tax-time stress.

Don't leave your hard-earned money on the table.

Let me handle the paperwork while you sit back and relax.

Turnaround 4-5 business days - tax returns prepared via email with phone and video call options available to discuss the tax return once prepared.

👉 Click the link below to fill out our quick Client Information Form and get started today!

https://stellaraccounts.com.au/new-client-individual/