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Working From Home: Productivity Tips
When you start a business, it’s sometimes tempting to rent premises of some kind, especially if you need to see clients face to face. There is another option, one that isn’t a huge drain on your finances and often makes much more sense for small business owners: Working From Home! With the infinite powers of the […]
Xero vs MYOB
Which online accounting software is best for your small business – Xero or MYOB? Our accounting team put together this quick Xero vs MYOB comparison to help you decide which one is best for your small business. In general, no matter which you choose between Xero and MYOB, you should be pleasantly surprised. Online accounting […]
How to write a business plan for your Small Business
Do I really need a business plan? There is a school of thought among the entrepreneurial and multi-million Startup ‘community’ that these days you really don’t need a business plan. While that might be true for some businesses, the more general view is that those called upon to back, invest or contribute to a new small business […]
Which Business Structure Is Best For You?
When you first start a business it’s important to know the best business structure to suit your circumstances as well as the tax implications that lie ahead. Choosing a business structure requires the advice of a professional as well as a good deal of thought to ensure your business doesn’t get into trouble down the […]
Single Touch Payroll
It’s time to get your computers talking with Single Touch Payroll! The ATO’s move into Single Touch Payroll in 2016 should be a huge relief for employers. What is Single Touch Payroll? The aim of Single Touch Payroll is to reduce the admin time a business spends on payroll and reporting for their employees. It […]
Fringe Benefits Tax for Small Businesses
What are Fringe Benefits? A fringe benefits is an employee perk. Generally, these benefits can be a good draw card for attracting new staff, outside of the salary package you offer. They add value to a role and make employees feel valued and appreciated. As such, fringe benefits are a good tool for helping with […]
Do I need to hire an accountant?
We often get enquiries from small business owners who have a problem. Usually, they have a little mess that needs cleaning up. (And sometimes they have a huge mess that’s accumulated for years, including decades of tax returns they have avoided until an ATO lawyer rang.) Aside from the clean-up job that they simply can’t do on […]
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