Mark Chapman is director of tax communications at H&R Block, Australia's largest firm of tax accountants, and is a regular contributor to Money. Mark is a Chartered Accountant, CPA and Chartered Tax Adviser and holds a Masters of Tax Law from the University of New South Wales. Previously, he was a tax adviser for over 20 years, specialising in individual and small business tax, in both the UK and Australia. As well as operating his own private practice, Mark spent seven years as a Senior Director with the Australian Taxation Office. He is the author of Life and Taxes: A Look at Life Through Tax. Connect with Mark Chapman on LinkedIn.
How to get the taxman to pay for your petrol
With the cost of petrol these days, anything you can do to reduce the cost of motoring is welcome. Here's how to claim your car usage on your tax return.
How to get the tax man to buy you a car
The $20,000 asset write-off scheme for small businesses is set to end on June 30, so you have just three months to nab a tax bargain on a new or used vehicle.
Legit work deductions you’re missing out on
Aussies are paying $2148 a year for travel and $1548 a year for lunches. But they can claim it on tax, right?
The true cost of renting out a room on Airbnb
Airbnb has been one of the success stories of the sharing economy, but it poses a challenge when it comes to tax obligations. Here's what you need to know.
ATO cracks down on gold tax scam
If your accountant tells you how to make a quick buck this summer, you might want to steer clear, as the ATO targets a multi-million dollar gold tax scam.
How to get an extra $237 in your tax refund
Australians miss out on $300 million tax refund each year because we're not filling out our tax returns properly. Here's how to get more back in your pocket.
Holiday homes in ATO’s sights
The Australian Tax Office (ATO) are keeping a close eye on holiday homes this year. Have you filled out your tax return properly?
How to make lodging your tax return as painless as possible
Another tax year is over and it's time to gather all your paperwork and prepare your tax return. Mark Chapman has a few tips to help you out.
Time to minimise your tax obligations
It's nearly the end of the tax year and time to consider some last-minute planning to minimise your tax obligations. Here are some handy tips.
Five most overlooked tax deductions
Claiming a tax deduction on your expenses can save you a small fortune at the end of the financial year. Which deductions are the most overlooked?
