25 February, 2019

Explore the measures introduced by State & Federal Governments to assist primary producers.

29 January, 2019

The 'purpose' of borrowing funds will determine if the interest expenditure is tax deductible. We explain it here.

21 January, 2019

Are you looking into securing a business loan? Find out hints, mistakes to avoid and ways to prepare.

14 January, 2019

Commercial lending is a popular way for businesses to fund ventures, however lending conditions have tightened recently. Read about the changes here.

26 November, 2018

Changes to the GST Withholding laws for new residential properties in 2018 will have ramifications for property developers.

12 November, 2018

There are various deductions you can claim for rental properties in your tax return, plus some changes now in effect.

1 October, 2018

Banks have increased interest rates despite the Reserve Bank keeping cash rates on hold. We discuss why!

13 August, 2018

Finding a suitable location for operating your business can be a time-consuming and stressful exercise, particularly if you are a…

25 June, 2018

View the main points from the NSW State Budget & important 2018-19 Due Dates.

18 June, 2018

Planning a budget makes you look closely at your business and is a good way to monitor it's progress.

1 June, 2018

Continuously altering legislation complicates it and creates uncertainty on how it should be applied.

21 May, 2018

Before you top up your super, make sure you understand the current rules and applicable contribution caps that apply prior to 30 June 2018.

14 May, 2018

Scott Morrison’s 3rd federal budget focuses on personal tax reform over the next 7 years. The view is political so will it actually prove beneficial for Australia?

13 May, 2018

There are some important reforms proposed by the Federal Government that will have an impact on SMSFs.

13 May, 2018

The federal government has proposed a Low and Middle Income Tax Offset (LMTO). This offset could convert to a benefit of up to $530 annually.

11 May, 2018

2018/19 Federal Budget Announcement The 2018/19 Federal Budget handed down by Scott Morrison on Tuesday 8 May 2018 incorporated a…

19 March, 2018

The FBT year ends on 31 March, so make sure you know which employee benefits are liable for FBT.

19 February, 2018

If the financial burden of managing debts becomes too difficult and onerous, there are some avenues you can consider, but…

13 February, 2018

If life takes a downward turn, a little planning can help you move forward.

15 January, 2018

A change in government could mean changes in negative gearing & CGT.

31 July, 2017

A Business Activity Statement (BAS) can bother many a small business owner and take up precious time. Since 1 July…

14 July, 2017

It’s important to set yourself up ready for the new financial year – which has already begun! So to make…

10 July, 2017

Knowing the important due dates throughout the year can save you time and angst! So we have tabled the 2017/18…

12 June, 2017

It’s best to start the new financial year in a healthy way so you stay ahead and on top of…

7 April, 2017

How to buy and finance a car is one of the most common questions we get asked. There are various options available and pros & cons associated with each.

26 February, 2017

In today’s increasingly litigious society asset protection is particularly important. With so many Australians now engaged as professionals and in…

23 January, 2017

Personal Services Income (PSI) is a tax concept that covers income produced mainly from your personal skills or efforts as an individual. You can receive PSI in almost any industry as a trade or profession.

5 December, 2016

The changes to Pharmacy introduced by the recent Commonwealth Government’s 6th Community Pharmacy Agreement (6CPA) are now starting to have a significant impact on the net profitability of almost all community pharmacies.

14 November, 2016

It is important for all of us to ensure that the assets we have accumulated over our lifetime are left…

31 October, 2016

Are you a business owner and have found yourself looking at your balance sheet not knowing what it’s telling you?…

12 September, 2016

The difference between cash and accrual accounting is important to understand, whether you handle your own financial statements, or hire…

19 July, 2016

Like in every part of life, improvements in technology are having a positive impact on how small to medium businesses…

11 July, 2016

From past experience, we find that many people in business who establish a company tend to find it difficult to…