Clear Tax Accountants

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About Clear Tax Accountants

At Clear Tax, we provide a comprehensive range of personal and business accounting services in Melbourne. We work with individuals and organisation across, and pride ourselves on offering honest advice and feedback, as well as finding accounting solutions to even the most complex issues.

Property Valuation on 1 July 2027: The Value That Could Shape Your Future CGT

Clear Tax Accountants24 Sep, 2026Business

From 1 July 2027, CGT rules will change for affected future property gains. A professional valuation can document your property’s market value at the transition date, helping separate pre- and post-2027 growth and support accurate future CGT calculations and records for tax.

Superannuation Splitting Order Example: How Super Is Divided After Separation

Clear Tax Accountants21 Sep, 2026Business

Learn how superannuation is divided after separation or divorce in Australia. This guide explains super splitting orders, percentage and fixed-dollar splits, valuations, consent orders, and what happens to each spouse’s super interest during a property settlement.

How to Fill Out the Superannuation Standard Choice Form: A Step-by-Step Guide

Clear Tax Accountants17 Sep, 2026Business

The superannuation standard choice form is an ATO form that lets an eligible employee tell their employer which super fund should receive their super contributions. It does not open a new super account; it only tells your employer where to pay contributions.

How Long After Divorce Can You Claim Superannuation in Australia?

Clear Tax Accountants16 Sep, 2026Business

After divorce, superannuation can form part of a property settlement in Australia. Married couples generally have 12 months from the divorce order taking effect to start relevant court proceedings, while de facto couples generally have two years from the relationship's end.

How to Avoid Land Tax in Victoria: Legal Strategies to Reduce Your Bill

Clear Tax Accountants14 Sep, 2026Business

Learn legal ways to reduce Victorian land tax, including PPR and other exemptions, ownership structures, joint ownership rules and assessment checks. Understand 2026 thresholds, trust and absentee surcharges, VRLT, and how to plan before buying or changing property use.

Personal Services Income (PSI) Explained: Rules, Tests and Tax Implications

Clear Tax Accountants12 Sep, 2026Business

Personal Services Income (PSI) rules can affect contractors, freelancers, consultants, and professionals whose income mainly comes from their own skills or labour. This guide explains when PSI applies, the four Personal Services Business tests, the 80% rule, tax deduction limits, common mistakes, record-keeping requirements, and why professional advice can help.

What Can I Claim as a Sole Trader in Australia?

Clear Tax Accountants10 Sep, 2026Business

Learn what sole traders can claim as tax deductions, from business supplies and software to travel, home office, vehicles and equipment. Understand what isn’t deductible, how to handle mixed-use expenses, and the records you need to support your claims correctly at tax time.

Bookkeeping for Small Business: A Complete Beginner’s Guide

Clear Tax Accountants02 Sep, 2026Business

A comprehensive beginner’s guide to small business bookkeeping, covering how to record transactions, track income and expenses, manage GST, reconcile bank accounts, choose the right software, avoid common mistakes, and understand when professional bookkeeping support may be needed.

The 5-Year GST Adjustment Rule Explained for Property Developers

Clear Tax Accountants01 Sep, 2026Business

Built to sell but renting instead? Learn how the 5-year GST rule, Division 129 adjustments and changes in creditable purpose can affect developers. Understand GST paybacks, dual-purpose use, rental periods and the tax outcome when you eventually sell your property.

Fringe Benefits Tax Explained for Employers: An Australian Guide

Clear Tax Accountants27 Aug, 2026Business

Providing perks like company cars, team dinners, or paying back employee expenses seems like standard practice. But in Australia, these everyday perks can quickly trigger Fringe Benefits Tax, and surprise employers at tax time. FBT sits outside the normal payroll and income tax system and can apply to businesses of any size. Understanding it early can help employers avoid unexpected bills and keep the right records.