Director’s fees: what and how to pay them
The issue of Director’s fees often comes up – should we pay directors, how to pay, and if we do pay fees how should they be paid? We answer the common questions for private companies.…
Start up Business: What are you missing out on?
It’s always difficult for Governments and regulators to keep pace with changing business models, funding approaches, and technology. But, recent reforms and a series of new initiatives seek to free up entrepreneurs from excessive regulation,…
Penalty Rate Changes Explained
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has moved to cut Sunday and public holiday penalty rates. The changes to penalty rates are not yet in force Flagged back in 2014, the review into penalty rates was…
Managing the Debt Drain
February and March are traditionally the worst cashflow months for small business – the Christmas rush is over, the Business Activity Statement is due, and payments slow down with a dip in consumer spending. You…
Considering starting a business?
If you are considering starting a business then there’s a lot to think about. From choosing the right structure, to business planning and managing cashflow, it’s important that you are prepared for your new venture. Our accountants…
Pride or Prejudice: Predictions for 2017
The global economy is picking up and Australia is about to secure the global record for the longest period a country has gone without a recession. But with the focus on the political environment, there…
What’s involved in selling your business?
Selling your business can be a stressful time and unless you’ve done it before, it’s hard to know what to expect or what’s required to get the right result. We’ve put together the top issues…
What’s changing from 1 July 2016
Everyone New rules to prevent foreign residents avoiding tax when they sell certain Australian assets will affect everyone buying or selling property with a market value of $2 million or more. The 10% withholding obligation…
Implications of a Low Interest Rate Environment
The month of May defied the weight of investor apathy and continued its positive run over what is normally a seasonally weaker period, bolstered by another rate cut and improving US economic stats. Since then the…
