With the federal election only weeks away, tax is one of the main talking points from both the major parties. The problem is, there’s a lot of rhetoric, debate and conjecture as each tries to find a point of difference … and not much in the way of real tax policy.

Many business owners claim a home office as a tax deduction at tax time.

The lead up to a federal election is always an interesting time, as the political parties tout their wares and make all sorts of promises to various sections of the community.