Tax for Australians for Dummies 2015-16 Edition

Tackle your taxes—and get the most from your next tax return!

Do you want to be sure you're getting the maximum tax refund? Of course you do! Luckily, Tax For Australians For Dummies is here to make it easy to ensure you get every cent you deserve for the 2015-16 tax year. Written by respected tax specialist and CPA fellow Jimmy B. Prince, this fun and friendly guide walks you step-by-step through the complex Australian tax system and explains in plain English what you can claim and exactly what you're owed.

Designed to help you take advantage of everything from investments to kids to government concessions, Tax For Australians For Dummies has you covered from every angle. With plenty of top tips to help make filing your tax return a breeze—plus some key warnings to help you avoid any pitfalls along the way—it's completely up-to-date for anyone completing their tax returns from June onwards. Whether you prepare your own tax return, use myTax or eTax or go to an accountant, there's something inside that will take your return from 'What?' to 'Wow!' in no time.

• Includes updated tax rates and superannuation thresholds
• Explains Fringe Benefits Tax and Capital Gains Tax
• Covers tax and financial hardship
• Describes changes to small business deductions

If you're an employee, investor, small business owner, retiree or even a student, Tax For Australians For Dummies is the no-nonsense, easy-to-follow guide that answers all of your tax questions.

Jimmy B. Prince is a fellow of CPA Australia, a tax specialist, and author of several investment books. He is a former lecturer in income tax law at La Trobe University and has worked for the Australian Taxation Office.

Learn to: Lodge your tax return and maximise your refund Keep on top of changes to the rules Minimise your small business tax bill Make the most of tax-free investing and super Tackle your taxes and get the most from your return Want to know you're getting the maximum tax refund? This friendly guide makes it easy to ensure you get every cent you deserve. Written in plain English and packed with expert advice, this updated edition of Tax for Australians For Dummies walks you step-by-step through the Australian tax system. Understand the nitty-gritty -- grasp the ins and outs of the Australian tax system Invest wisely -- find out how tax affects your shares, property and other assets Be business tax savvy -- decipher complicated deductions and keep your records in order Look ahead -- discover tax rules associated with pensions and the tax benefits of running a self-managed super fund Open the book and find: What to do when the tax office comes knocking Taxing issues that affect students and children How to catch up on capital gains tax What you need to know if you're starting a new business The lowdown on dealing with goods and services tax Common tax mistakes to avoid

Learn to: Lodge your tax return and maximise your refund Keep on top of changes to the rules Minimise your small business tax bill Make the most of tax-free investing and super Tackle your taxes and get the most from your return Want to know you're getting the maximum tax refund? This friendly guide makes it easy to ensure you get every cent you deserve. Written in plain English and packed with expert advice, this updated edition of Tax for Australians For Dummies walks you step-by-step through the Australian tax system. Understand the nitty-gritty grasp the ins and outs of the Australian tax system Invest wisely find out how tax affects your shares, property and other assets Be business tax savvy decipher complicated deductions and keep your records in order Look ahead discover tax rules associated with pensions and the tax benefits of running a self-managed super fund Open the book and find: What to do when the tax office comes knocking Taxing issues that affect students and children How to catch up on capital gains tax What you need to know if you're starting a new business The lowdown on dealing with goods and services tax Common tax mistakes to avoid

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