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Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the content, it should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultation with qualified professionals, including legal, financial, or tax advisors. Each business situation is unique, and we recommend seeking tailored advice that considers your specific circumstances before making any decisions regarding tax debts, insolvency, or related matters. Tax Assure and its guests disclaim any liability for actions taken or not taken based on the content of this video.

You Can Negotiate With The #ATO | Olga Koskie #taxdebt #paymentplan

Tax Assure is a Team of Tax Debt Negotiation Specialists | Olga Koskie #ATOdebt

In this conversation, Olga Koskie from Tax Assure sits down with Michael Buscema, tax lawyer at Aptum Legal and ex-ATO lawyer, to discuss what business owners and directors need to know when dealing with ATO tax debts, disputes and recovery action.

With Michael’s experience working at the ATO for almost 12 years, including in debt recovery, the conversation provides valuable insight into how the ATO approaches tax debt and what can happen when debts are left unresolved.

Olga and Michael discuss:

-The difference between disputing an ATO debt and being unable to pay a debt you accept
-How tax disputes and objections work
-Director Penalty Notices (DPNs) and when directors can become personally liable for company tax debts
-GST, PAYG withholding and superannuation guarantee liabilities
-What happens when the ATO commences legal recovery action
-Why acting early can make a significant difference to available payment options
-The ATO's increasing focus on outstanding superannuation
-Payday super and the potential implications for directors
-Whether the ATO can simply "do a deal" and accept less than the full tax debt
-General Interest Charge (GIC) remission and when taxpayers may be able to seek interest relief
-Why COVID-19 alone is no longer generally sufficient grounds for interest remission
The risks of ignoring outstanding lodgements and tax debts
-Practical steps directors and business owners can take when they are facing ATO debt

One of the key messages from the discussion is simple: don't ignore your ATO debt. Whether you disagree with the debt or accept that it is payable but cannot afford to pay it in full, there may be options available. However, those options can become more limited as the ATO moves further into its recovery process.

If you are dealing with ATO debt, Director Penalty Notices, outstanding superannuation or ATO recovery action, getting appropriate advice early can make a significant difference.

#DPN #paydaysuper #ATOdebt
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Drop Tax Assure a line at:
📧 hello@taxassure.com.au
☎️ 1300 952 295
https://www.taxassure.com.au
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Drop Aptum Legal a line at:
📧 info@aptumlegal.com.au
☎️ (03) 7020 9230
https://aptumlegal.com.au/
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Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the content, it should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultation with qualified professionals, including legal, financial, or tax advisors. Each business situation is unique, and we recommend seeking tailored advice that considers your specific circumstances before making any decisions regarding tax debts, insolvency, or related matters. Tax Assure and its guests disclaim any liability for actions taken or not taken based on the content of this video.

Chapters:

00:00 – Intro to Michael Buscema, Tax Lawyer
01:24 – Disputing vs Paying an ATO Debt
02:10 – When Can You Challenge an ATO Debt?
04:17 – ATO Recovery Action & Legal Proceedings
05:57 – What Is a Director Penalty Notice (DPN)?
06:51 – When Directors Become Personally Liable
08:47 – What Happens After Receiving a DPN?
10:20 – The ATO’s Focus on Outstanding Super
13:14 – Payday Super & Director Liability
18:46 – Can You “Do a Deal” With the ATO?
20:34 – Interest Remission & Hardship Relief
25:09 – Top Tips: Don’t Ignore Your ATO Debt

ATO Debt: Director Obligations, Liabilities and Payment Plans | Olga Koskie & Michael Buscema

The state of ATO debt in May 2024 | Michael Moon & Olga Koskie

Debt psychology & how to rebuild your business | Olga Koskie & Michael Partis

Asset Based Lending's Business Insights Breakfast Event | with Aptum, Lloyds & Tax Assure

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