Car Tax Deductions: What the ATO Will—and Won’t—Let You Claim
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Think you can claim your car as a tax deduction? Not so fast. In this Tax Tuesday episode, Daniel McPherson unpacks the most misunderstood and most audited deduction: vehicle expenses. Learn the difference between cents per kilometre and logbook methods, the truth about the “ute myth,” and why the ATO cares about your payload and personal use. Packed with real-life case studies and expert tips, this episode helps you maximise your deductions—without risking an audit.
🎥Chapters:
00:11 – Welcome and Intro to Positive Mentor
03:11 – Why Car Deductions Are a Hot Target for ATO Audits
04:08 – Common Mistake: Claiming 100% for a Work Vehicle
05:08 – Two Claim Methods: Cents per Kilometre vs. Logbook
07:43 – The Great Ute Myth: Why Payload and Use Matter
10:17 – The $130K BMW Scenario: Car Cost Limit Explained
11:46 – Why Business Owners Must Register for FBT
13:27 – Key Takeaways: How to Stay Out of Trouble
14:22 – Final Word: Plan Before You Post That “Work Deduction” Car
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EOFY Super Tips: Maximise Deductions & Get a 50% Return
In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chat, Sam Saggers from Positive Real Estate discusses the current state of the real estate market, focusing on the property cycle, economic indicators, and the dynamics of belief versus value in property investment. Sam walks us through the importance of understanding employment rates, inflation, and supply issues in the housing market, while also exploring future trends and potential price increases in real estate. How much do you know about the property cycle? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!
New Property Management Model: Strategy Over Stress
In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chat, Sam Saggers from Positive Real Estate discusses the current state of the real estate market, focusing on the property cycle, economic indicators, and the dynamics of belief versus value in property investment. Sam walks us through the importance of understanding employment rates, inflation, and supply issues in the housing market, while also exploring future trends and potential price increases in real estate. How much do you know about the property cycle? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!
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In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chat, Sam Saggers from Positive Real Estate discusses the current state of the real estate market, focusing on the property cycle, economic indicators, and the dynamics of belief versus value in property investment. Sam walks us through the importance of understanding employment rates, inflation, and supply issues in the housing market, while also exploring future trends and potential price increases in real estate. How much do you know about the property cycle? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!
Equities Outlook 2025: Why Global Diversification Matters Now More Than Ever
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