But employers may not realize that simply offering raises won't make the company's best workers stick around. Bonuses, company perks and paid days off aren't enough to keep employees happy, said Pete Pedone, president and founder of home audio/video system design firm Interactive Home.
The amount you can earn before you have to pay tax, actually depends on your age. For people of working age, the effective tax-free threshold is currently $20,542 (2013/14).o you can earn another couple of thousand dollars before you have to pay tax. PLEASE NOTE â If you have earned below the amounts mentioned and donât plan to lodge a tax return, you still need to let the tax office know of your situation.
Those filing as head of household and under age 65 can earn up to $12,199 per year and be exempt from filing a tax return. Should the head of household be 65 or older, the taxpayer could earn up to $16, 499 without filing taxes.