Baron Tax & Accounting

With the recent surge in cryptocurrency markets, especially Bitcoin, many investors may have seen significant gains. In particular, Bitcoin prices rose by nearly 50% following the election of former U.S. President Donald Trump—so if you sold during that time, you may have realized a tidy profit. But don’t forget: where there’s profit, there could also be tax. If you sold Bitcoin for a gain, you’ll likely need to consider capital gains tax (CGT). While this is a good problem t

I hope you and your loved ones are safe and well following the recent cyclone. While government support is gradually being rolled out for those affected, I understand it doesn't fully ease the emotional toll of such events. In an effort to assist in even a small way, I’d like to share some helpful information on maximising your potential tax refund this year. When it comes to retirement planning and tax efficiency, one of the most powerful tools available is your superannuati

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is intensifying its monitoring of rental income. According to recent announcements, the ATO is currently collecting rental bond data from state and territory regulatory bodies, covering approximately 2.2 million individuals. This data collection occurs twice a year and includes landlords' and tenants' names, addresses, dates of birth, phone numbers, email addresses, and bank account details. Additionally, it incorporates business-related i