What you need to know about investment bonds
Investment bonds are a practical investment option for those who earn a high income and seek long term tax efficiencies. Investment bonds, also known as tax-paid, insurance or growth bonds, work similarly… Read More
Using technology to improve workplace safety
Ensuring the safety of employees in the workplace should be one of the top priorities for managers and business owners. This will not only improve your employees’ health and wellbeing but will… Read More
CGT concessions for shares and trust interests
For taxpayers wishing to access the small business capital gains tax (CGT) concessions for shares in a company or interests in a trust, they must first meet the standard requirements as well… Read More
Super when you’re self-employed
If you are a sole trader, or in a partnership, then you are not obligated to make super guarantee (SG) payments for yourself. However, you should still consider making personal contributions to… Read More
Introducing ASFP
Plans are underway to carry out a system change during the December closure of the ATO to introduce Activity statement financial processing (ASFP). This change will move the majority of taxpayer financial… Read More
Strategies to increase profit
Whether you are struggling to keep up a steady income or wanting to grow your business, increasing sales revenue is often a central goal for businesses. Here are some strategies you can… Read More
How to avoid non-paying clients
Running a business is hard enough without having to chase up payments from your customers. Here are some measures you can take to prevent yourself from having to deal with the profitability… Read More
Proactive consolidation with ILBAs
Inactive low-balance accounts (ILBAs) are a new category account that needs to be reported and paid to the ATO. This was introduced in the Treasury Law Amendment (Protect Your Superannuation Package) Bill… Read More
Time limit on GST refunds
Small businesses entitled to refunds of GST may not be aware of the four-year time limit on claiming those refunds. Your entitlement to a GST credit ends four years from the due… Read More
Moving your business onlineÂ
In order to keep up with the growing demands of digital accessibility and convenience, many businesses decide to partially or completely move their business online. This can help with extending customer reach… Read More
