Sooner or later, the Federal Reserve will have to raise interest rates, and this will affect you and every other investor in the United States. Regardless of when it happens, the Federal Reserve will begin increasing the federal funds rate from its current range of zero to 0.25%.
The current tax-free threshold is $18,200, and the highest marginal rate for individuals is 47%. In addition, most Australians are liable to pay the Medicare levy, of which the standard is 2% of taxable income.he Low Income Tax Offset (LITO) is a tax rebate for individuals on lower incomes. From 1 July 2010 it provides individuals earning less than $30,000 with a tax rebate of $445.
The deduction is $0, $2,000 or $4,000 depending on your Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI). 1  $4,000 deduction for MAGI of $65,000 or less ($130,000 or less for joint returns). 2  $2,000 deduction for MAGI between $65,001 and $80,000 (between $130,001 and $160,000 for joint returns). 3  $0 if your MAGI exceeds these limits.