Tax guide: Claiming Business Expenses
STEP 3 | Small business tax 101
Maximize Your Deductions to Lower Your Tax Bill
Key takeaways:
Running Your Own Business and Deductions
As a sole trader, you can claim deductions on expenses directly related to running your business. These deductions reduce your taxable income, which means you pay less tax. Understanding what counts as a business expense is crucial for maximising your deductions.
What Counts as a Business Expense?
Business expenses are costs incurred in the ordinary course of running your business. These can include office supplies, travel expenses, and marketing costs. For a comprehensive list of deductible expenses, visit the ATO’s guide on deductions you can claim.
What is the Best Way to Track Business Expenses?
Tracking expenses accurately is crucial for maximising your deductions and minimizing your tax bill. Sole makes this easy by allowing you to record and categorize your expenses, attach receipts, and generate reports. This helps ensure you don’t miss any deductions and keeps your financial records in order.
Industry-Specific Deductions
Certain industries have unique deductible expenses. Below are some examples. If your industry is not listed you can find the full list published by the ATO here.
Cleaners
Find the full list of Cleaners’ Income and Work-Related Deductions here
Community Support Workers and Carers
Find the full list of Community Workers and Direct Carers’ Income and Work-Related Deductions here
Fitness Professionals
Find the full list of Fitness and Sporting Industry Employees’ Income and Work-Related Deductions here
Hairdressers and Beauty Professionals
Find the full list of Hairdressers and Beauty Professionals’ Income and Work-Related Deductions here
IT Professionals
Find the full list of IT Professionals’ Income and Work-Related Deductions here
Media Professionals
Find the full list of Media Professionals’ Income and Work-Related Deductions here
Performing Artists
Find the full list of Performing Artists’ Income and Work-Related Deductions here
Recruitment Consultants
Find the full list of Recruitment Consultants’ Income and Work-Related Deductions here
Sales and Marketing Professionals
Find the full list of Sales and Marketing Managers’ Income and Work-Related Deductions here
Tradespeople
Find the full list of Tradesperson Income and Work-Related Deductions here
Real Estate Professionals
Find the full list of Real Estate Professionals Income and Work-Related Deductions here
Teachers and Education Professionals
Find the full list of Teachers and Education Professionals Income and Work-Related Deductions here
Key Tax Terms
Quick guide on essential tax terms and dates...
Step 01Calculating your taxable income
Stay on top of your finances and avoid unexpected tax...
Step 02GST for Sole Traders
Learn how to manage and pay GST effectively....
Step 04Managing BAS & PAYG
Simplify your tax payments throughout the year....
Step 05Filing Your Tax Return
Ensure you have everything you need for a smooth filing...
Step 06
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