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Common Myths and Facts:
1. Bank Statements:
Bank or credit card statements alone usually aren't enough to support work-related expense claims. You need
written proof (typically a receipt) showing the supplier, cost, purchase date, date the receipt was issued, and the nature of the goods or
services claimed.
2. Claims Over $300:
If you are claiming more than $300 in work-related expenses, you must have written evidence for all those claims. If the total is $300 or
less, they don't need receipts, but they must show you spent the money and how you calculated the claimed amount.
3. No Automatic Deductions:
Some expenses, like laundry, don't require receipts, but you still need some record. For any work-related expense, you must follow these
three rules:
4. Helping You Keep Proper Records:
By following this simple guideline, you can ensure you have the necessary records to support your deductions to save on tax.