Get On Track With Tax Lodgements

Have you found yourself with a few years of tax lodgements outstanding? You’re not alone. I’m going to teach you how we can get you back on track with your outstanding tax lodgements. By submitting your taxes and being up to date, you will feel more freedom knowing that you have no additional tax liability […]
Christmas 2018

2018 has been a tremendously busy but fantastic year at Impala Accountants. We welcomed Accountants Jess Chapman and Kaysha Endersby into the mix and couldn’t be happier with their drive and enthusiasm. In October Ryu got to step back from his desk to re-evaluate the direction of Impala and learn from Entrepreneurs at the international […]
Round 4 of the Queensland Small Business Grants Program now open

The Small Business Entrepreneur Grants Program provides matched funding of up to $5000 to eligible businesses to participate in training, engage a marketing consultant, legal/financial advisor or business coach. This is a great opportunity to further establish and grow your business. The business name must have been registered within the last four years and have […]
Tips For Lodging Your Own Tax Return

An article courtesy of The Sydney Morning Herald is a handy reference for people lodging their own tax return. It covers: – Car expense claims – Mobile phones and internet – Home office – Clothing and laundry – Meals, accommodation and travel – Self education – Holiday rentals/rental deductions – Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin – Ride-sharing […]
$5000 in Government funding for small Qld businesses up for grabs

Matched funding of up to $5 000 (excluding GST) may be provided to eligible businesses to participate in training, engage a consultant, advisor, or business coach for up to three months to help establish or develop your business. The training, advice or services must fall under one or more of the following areas: – mentoring/coaching […]
ATO cracks down on ‘other’ work-related deductions

This is the headline that keeps popping up in my news feed. This means the ATO is doing it’s best to get the message out there to all tax payers, be conscious of what you claim as a work related expense. In an interview with Acuity, Australian Tax Commissioner Chris Jordan took the time to […]
A new year, a fresh business start

When people hear new year’s resolutions, they often think of ‘joining a gym’ or ‘eating healthily’. But have you thought about creating resolutions for you business? A resolution, after all, is a commitment to do something differently to bring about a positive change. Our top four resolutions for your inspiration: 1. I will keep on […]
2017 tax return due date

If you’re lodging your own tax return they are due by the 31 October 2017 deadline. However, if you need more time, you have up until 15 May 2018 to lodge through your accountant. Using an accountant means you don’t miss out on all the deductions you could eligible for. Impala Accountant’s tax preparation fees […]
What if you’ve made a mistake on your BAS?

Are you a small businesses that has made a mistake or left something out of your previous Business Activity Statements (BAS)? No worries – it’s easy to fix! Impala Accountants can correct previous mistakes when we lodge your next BAS or we can lodge a revision form online. Or for more information follow this link […]
How to never miss a tax deduction again

Skip the hassle of misplaced or faded receipts by recording transactions as you go. Simply enter the details or snap a photo of the receipt, then save it using the ATO’s MyDeductions app. You can also wave goodbye to a paper log book, by saving your trips electronically when managing your work-related car expenses. If […]