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.
What to do if you’ve fallen for a tax scam
The ATO will never ask you to pay to access your tax refund, or text you asking for your credit card number. But what if you've already fallen for this scam?
Friends With Money #98: Tax time
What can you be doing now to get more money back at tax time? Mark Chapman joins us this week on the Friends With Money podcast.
Tax office to target landlords rorting the system
Greedy landlords are in the ATO's crosshairs, with the tax office promising to take on property investors claiming too much at tax time.
How to avoid expensive divorce mistakes
The first months of each year are a peak time for couples to split up. If you're re-evaluating your relationship, here's what it could mean at tax time.
How to get a tax deduction for Christmas presents
Giving the gift of a charitable donation this Christmas? Here's what you need to know about claiming the donation at tax time.
Investment property tax perks and traps
The tax perks of owning an investment property are considerable, but there are downsides for those who don't know what they're doing.
The tax changes that were – and weren’t – in the Budget
There were no significant tax announcements. What this means is that the hard decisions have been deferred, not avoided.
What happens to your super when you die
In most cases, when a person dies, their super will be paid to their nominated beneficiary. But is a super death benefit taxed?
How to avoid capital gains tax when selling property
For most of us, the most valuable asset we own is our family home, so does that mean that you have to pay CGT when you sell your house?
How to change your tax return after you’ve lodged it
Lodged your tax return only to realise you made a mistake or forgot to claim a massive deduction? Here's how to lodge an amendment.
