5 Tax Planning Tips for Small Business Owners

1. Use the $20,000 Instant Asset Write-Off
Small businesses can immediately deduct eligible asset purchases up to $20,000 until 30 June 2026. Equipment, vehicles, and office upgrades are all potential investments that reduce taxable income.
Small businesses can immediately deduct eligible asset purchases up to $20,000 until 30 June 2026. Equipment, vehicles, and office upgrades are all potential investments that reduce taxable income.
2. Prepay Expenses
Prepaying rent, insurance, or subscriptions before year-end allows you to bring forward deductions and lower taxable income.
Prepaying rent, insurance, or subscriptions before year-end allows you to bring forward deductions and lower taxable income.
3. Maximise Super Contributions
Employer contributions are compulsory, but additional concessional contributions can reduce personal tax while growing retirement savings.
Employer contributions are compulsory, but additional concessional contributions can reduce personal tax while growing retirement savings.
4. Review Business Structure
The right structure — sole trader, company, trust, or partnership — can save thousands. For instance, companies benefit from capped tax rates, while trusts provide flexibility in income distribution.
The right structure — sole trader, company, trust, or partnership — can save thousands. For instance, companies benefit from capped tax rates, while trusts provide flexibility in income distribution.
5. Stay Compliant
With the ATO issuing record Director Penalty Notices and ramping up audits, compliance is more critical than ever. Avoid penalties by lodging on time, keeping records, and seeking advice before making changes.
With the ATO issuing record Director Penalty Notices and ramping up audits, compliance is more critical than ever. Avoid penalties by lodging on time, keeping records, and seeking advice before making changes.
Tax planning is about taking control year-round, not just in June. With the right strategies, you can free up cash, reduce liabilities, and create opportunities for growth.
RBizz Corporate Accountants can help you build a proactive tax strategy tailored to your business goals.