Tax for Australians for Dummies - 9780730319573

Tackle your tax with confidence and get the most from your return

Do you want to be sure you’re getting the maximum tax refund? Of course you do! And Tax for Australians For Dummies, 2014-2015 Edition is the only resource you need to ensure that you get every cent you deserve. Written by respected tax specialist and CPA fellow Jimmy B. Prince, this book guides you step by step through the complex Australian tax system to help you understand exactly what you can claim and exactly what you're owed.

Providing complete coverage of changes to tax legislation for tax year 2014-2015, as well as proposed changes that haven't made it into law yet, this book has you covered from every angle. Designed to help you take advantage of everything from investments to kids to government concessions, Tax for Australians For Dummies tells you everything you need to know to maximise your tax refund.

Whether you’re an employee, investor, small business owner, retiree, or even student, Tax for Australians For Dummies, 2014-2015 Edition is the easy-to-follow guide that answers all your tax questions.

All changes to tax legislation are incorporated, including:

• updated tax rates, FBT, CGT and superannuation thresholds
• more tax tips, technical stuff and warnings
• 0.5% increase in the Medicare levy
• changes to small business deductions
• new content on marriage breakdown implications, and same-sex relationship tax implications
• financial hardship