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WHILST GOING CONCERN IS CONCERNING, ISOLVENCY NEEDS IMMEDIATE SOLVING
Whilst going concern is concerning, insolvency needs immediate solving – every audit of a company...
ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE IN YOUR BUSINESS
It’s 2015 and bookkeeping for your business has grown and changed like most things in...
Hot tip from the Auditor: Two steps to a painless audit this season
We all know it’s coming, it’s right around the corner. Your business is booming...
MONEY DOES GROW ON TREES – DOESN’T IT?? BUDGETING
Budgeting – Now that my kids are old enough to enjoy the pleasures of shopping,...
OPTIONS TRADING – A closer look
Something happened recently that made me realise that even the most sensible of people can...
SINGLE TOUCH PAYROLL – OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW
Tax and superannuation reporting obligations have just gotten easier and digital! What does this really...
TAX PLANNING TIPS
If you operate your own business, then now is the time to start planning for...
Tax reform is on the agenda
There has been a lot of long overdue talk recently about the Australian Tax System....
Self Managed Superannuation Funds investing in collectibles and personal use assets?
Are you a trustee of a self managed superannuation fund (SMSF)? Do you have a knack...
Offshore Income – Australia and Switzerland building closer ties
Australia has recently signed a joint declaration with Switzerland to increase cooperation between the two...
Tax Return Planning
As the 2014/2015 financial year end fast approaches it’s time to begin planning so you’re...
Negative gearing is good, but positive gearing is better!
Most people understand the benefits of a negatively geared rental property or financial investment. An...

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Understanding business structures: tax, liability and asset protection
Your chosen business structure has massive implications for your tax liability, asset protection and cost....
New GST reporting rules for small businesses
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) recently announced that over 3,500 small businesses will be moved...
Optima Partners to host 4th annual Perth Car Club meet
Optima Partners is proud to host Perth Car Club’s fourth annual anniversary meet-up at our...
Key Dates: April 2025
21 April: Lodgement and payment of March 2025 monthly business activity statement 21 April:...
Selling your business: Best practices
Selling your business is a major decision and a milestone in your career. Whether you’re...
No silver bullet: Plumbing Bros founder discusses expansion
Plumbing Bros Director and CEO James Riddle is no stranger to adversity in business. Despite numerous...
Controversial super tax remains in limbo
The Treasury Laws Amendment Bill 2023, containing the controversial Division 296 tax on superannuation balances...
Key Dates – March 2025
21 March : Lodgement and payment of February 2025 monthly business activity statement. 31...
Buying a business: Seven best practices
Buying a business is great option for entrepreneurs looking to break into the market, and...
2024 -25 Fringe Benefits Tax Year: Preparing for the 21 May Deadline
March 31 marks the end of the 2024-25 Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year, meaning that...