Investment Outlook: Autumn
In this issue, Morgans see the path out of the COVID-19 shock as a “restart” – not a typical business cycle “recovery”. The key reasons are the distinct nature of the shock, broad-based pent-up demand…
Rebranding of Audit Business
We would like to inform you of some important upcoming changes at PPT. Due to recent changes to Auditor Independence requirements, particularly in relation to self-managed superannuation fund audits, PPT Professional and PPT Audit, led…
How to sell your business
We’re often asked about the best way to sell a business. While every sale is different, there are two key components; structuring the transaction and positioning it in the market. Both elements are important and…
COVID-19 Vaccinations and your Workplace
The first COVID-19 vaccination in Australia rolled out on 21 February 2021 preceded by a wave of protests. With the rollout comes a thorny question for employers about individual rights, workplace health and safety, and…
Fringe Benefits Tax 2021
Fringe benefits tax (FBT) is one of Australia’s most disliked taxes because it’s cumbersome and generates a lot of paperwork. The COVID-19 lockdowns have added another layer of complexity as many work patterns and behaviours…
The COVID Productivity Gap
A recent article published in the Harvard Business Review by Bain & Co suggests that the pandemic has widened the productivity gap between top-performing companies and others, stating, “Some have remained remarkably productive during the…
Business Support Packages: Circuit Breaker Action
Following the recent Circuit Breaker Action, the State Government announced a specific business support package to provide financial support for eligible businesses. The $143 million package includes four key initiatives including: Business Costs Assistance Program:…
Capital gains tax and your own private home
If you sell an asset you will typically make a capital gain or loss, which is the difference between your initial purchase cost and the amount you receive when you sell the asset. In most…
What’s in a business name?
Are you thinking about starting a new business? Then you will need a business name. But what’s in a business name and how do you get it right? We’ve compiled a list of tips to…
Claiming Refunds for Tax Losses
If your company has made a loss, you may be able to claim a tax refund for tax previously paid on profits. In the 2020-21 Federal Budget, the Government announced that businesses with turnover under…
