Mark Chapman

Mark Chapman

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Mark Chapman has over 25 years experience as a tax professional in both the UK and Australia, specialising in tax for individuals and SMEs. He is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales and CPA Australia and a member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation. He holds a Masters of Taxation Law with the University of New South Wales. Since 2015, Mark has been Director of Tax Communications with H&R Block Australia. He writes regularly on tax issues for numerous media outlets and presents on topical tax topics at seminars and other events. He broadcasts frequently on radio and television and writes a regular column for Money Magazine and Yahoo7 Finance. As a tax practitioner in the UK, he occupied a number of senior positions before moving to Australia in 2007 to join the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a senior director. He is also the author of Life and Taxes: A Look at Life Through Tax (Wolters Kluwer CCH, 2017) and the second, third and fourth editions of Australian Practical Tax Examples (Wolters Kluwer CCH, 2019, 2020 and 2021).

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EOFY 2026: The ATO’s Compliance Focus and What Taxpayers Need to Know

EOFY 2026 is weeks away and the ATO has unprecedented visibility over your finances. Here is what to do before 30 June.

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Tax reform rewards workers but demands investor action before June 2027

H&R Block’s Mark Chapman welcomes Federal Budget as one of the most substantive tax reform packages in a generation, delivering meaningful relief for workers whilst making long-overdue structural changes.

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EOFY 2026: The record-keeping habits that separate a good return from a costly one

The ATO has flagged work from home claims as a priority audit area for 2026. Mark Chapman looks at the most common mistakes small business owners make.

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The small business guide to ATO data matching in 2025

The ATO processes hundreds of millions of transactions every year. Tax adviser Mark Chapman explains what small business owners need to know before they lodge.

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A tax guide to starting and running a home business

Most home business owners underestimate how early setup decisions affect tax obligations later, says H&R Block's Mark Chapman. Learn which costly mistakes to avoid from the start.

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Finance ◆

The unexpected tax benefits of a really bad financial year

Mark Chapman, H&R Block Director of Tax Communications, explains how companies can carry forward tax losses indefinitely to offset future profits when ownership remains stable.

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Your taxes under Albanese: What the changes mean for you

Labor's tax plan: $1,000 work expense deduction, lower income tax rates from 2026. Learn how this affects you.

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Federal Election 2025: Understanding the Labor and Coalition tax policies

As the 2025 election nears, Labor and the Coalition unveil rival tax plans. Here’s what they promise and how their policies could affect your wallet.

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News ◆

Everything you need to know when kicking off your start-up

Most start-ups crash because they skip one simple step before launch—what’s the secret they’re missing?

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News ◆

Fringe benefits tax: A quick guide for SME employers

Discover how fringe benefits can shape your business, what you need to know about employee tax reporting, and the key record-keeping changes you can’t afford to miss

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Super fund lodger’s last-minute checklist

The SMSF annual return deadline is here! Self-lodgers must lodge by February 28 to avoid penalties, while tax agent clients have until May.

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Tax ◆

Expert: How to navigate the tax maze as a new business owner

Taxes don’t have to be a nightmare. This guide breaks down the essentials you need to know

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Trading stock and taxes: How valuing it could boost your refund

Valuing your trading stock for taxes might seem tricky, but getting it right could save you big. Here’s how to make it work for you

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How Christmas bonuses affect taxable income and payroll tax

Handing out cash, gift cards, or time off? Know how these impact taxable income and payroll tax to stay on the ATO’s nice list.

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Throwing a Christmas bash? Don’t let the taxman crash it

Christmas is a time for celebration, but if you’re not careful, it could lead to unexpected tax surprises. Here's how to keep it fun and financially smart

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Finance ◆

What you need to know ahead of the 31st October tax deadline

This guide will provide you with essential information about the Australian tax system and the process of lodging your tax return

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Expert ◆

Tax-friendly business restructures: A guide

As businesses grow and evolve, it's often necessary to restructure their legal structure.

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Finance ◆

The hidden tax savings in business restructuring

Is your business ready to grow? Learn how a strategic restructure can help you expand without the added burden of high taxes.

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Expert ◆

Top areas the ATO will scrutinise in your 2024 tax return

By understanding these "hotspots," you can ensure your tax return is accurate and avoid any unwanted attention from the ATO

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News ◆

A tax guide to starting and running a home business

Here are some tax tips for starting a side hustle in 2024.

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Expert ◆

What you need to know ahead of the October 31 tax deadline

Here's what Aussies need to know ahead of the October 31 tax deadline to avoid being fined

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Finance ◆

The Australian Tax Office hotspots 2023

Mark from H&R Block, makes predictions about what the ATO will be scrutinising closely when taxpayers file their returns

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Tax, Accounting and Bookkeeping ◆

Bookkeeping 101: Everything you need to know when kicking off your start-up

Here’s H&R Block’s guide to what you need to do to make your new venture financially robust.

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Finance ◆

A tax guide to starting and running a home business

Starting and running a home-based business can be a great way to earn extra income or turn a hobby into a full-time job. Here is a guide to help you understand the basics of taxes for home-based businesses.

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