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Work From Home Expenses Tracker (Australia)
Log your work-from-home hours and expenses through the year so tax time is simple. Australian, in A$.
If you work from home, the ATO expects records to back up what you claim. A simple log of hours and expenses through the year saves a scramble at tax time.
What to record
- The hours you actually work from home (a timesheet or diary)
- Receipts for equipment and other expenses
- Bills like phone and internet, if you use them for work
Check the current method
The ATO offers a fixed-rate method and an actual-cost method, with different record rules. Check ato.gov.au for the current rate and which suits you.
Make it a habit
Log hours once a week. It takes two minutes and it's much easier than reconstructing a year.
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General information only, not financial or tax advice.
FAQ
Is this tax advice?
No. General information only. Check the ATO or a registered tax agent.
Do I need to log every hour?
For the fixed-rate method the ATO requires a record of the actual hours worked from home. Check current rules.
Can I use a spreadsheet?
Yes, any reliable record works.
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