Is It a Business or a Hobby? The ATO Doesn’t Think You’re Cute

  • Selling a few things on the side? That side might owe tax.

    If you’re making money — even a bit — it’s probably a business.

     

    Doesn’t matter if you’re selling candles at the market or mowing lawns after work. If there’s income, there’s obligation.

     

    The ATO doesn’t care if it’s “just a hobby.” If you’re:

    • Charging money
    • Advertising
    • Repeating the activity with intent to make a profit…

    …it’s a business. And if you’re not declaring it, it’s a problem waiting to happen.

     

    This Accounting Revolution helps keep your side gig above board, compliant, and clean.

     

     

    Not sure if it’s a business?

This Accounting Revolution knows. And so will the ATO