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Interim Financial Work Can Save You Thousands In Tax
While many clients are reluctant to incur the costs of having us review their nine months trading figures, we have found that in some instances, the incurring of a few extra hundred dollars in accounting fees can save many tens of thousands of dollars in year-end tax results.
Fringe Benefits Tax & Odometer Readings - There Are Two Deadlines
Confused about the tax deadline of your company car?
How Long Would Your Money Last If You Couldn't Work?
How long could you last if you lost your job, or worse, couldn't work at all?
Are You Properly Managing Your SMSF?
There are definite financial benefits involved with managing your own Superannuation.
Superannuation Contribution Amounts For 2014/15
The contribution caps for concessional (before tax) and non-concessional (after tax) contributions to super have increased for the 2014/15 year, as a result of indexation.
Keep Accurate Vehicle Logbooks To Save On Tax
Where motor vehicle expenses are being claimed, one method supporting a claim to the Tax Office is to complete a log book.
Is Australia's Saving Rate Illusory?
From a peak of over 20% in the early 1970's Australia's household savings ratio had rolled down a very steep hill to negative territory in the early 2000's.
How To Boost Your Super Without Putting More Money In
Taking steps today can help you to build your Super and provide for a retirement where you can spend your time doing the things that are most important to you.
Are You Gaining Every Possible Tax Benefit Through Your Vehicle & Equipment Finance?
We would like to take this opportunity to share six helpful facts with you for when you look to finance your next purchase in this area.
How Much Income Do You Need To Retire?
Anyone who is getting closer to retirement needs to think seriously about how much income they will need in the years they are not working.
Who Is Responsible For Checking ABNs?
In general, if the ABN quotation looks reasonable, you can accept it.
Beware The Cash Flow Grinch This Christmas
Most business owners accept the risk of failure as part of the 'game' but that knowledge doesn't ease the pain, suffering and stress when it actually happens.
How To Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster
We've all grown accustomed to having the idea of a large home loan looming over us. But if you get a bit smart and a little like Scrooge, you can pay it off a lot sooner.
When Should You Exit Your Business?
Knowing the right time to exit your business is more important than the decision to start one up.
Gen Y And Superannuation; How $20 Per Week Can Add Thousands To Your Super
It can be difficult to think about retirement savings when you're in your 20's. But here are some numbers that Gen Y should take note of.
How Well Protected Is Your Family If You Can't Work?
While most Australians have car insurance, only 39 per cent have life insurance and even fewer (23 per cent), have income protection.
How Accurate Are Your Business Costings?
As with any tender, you need to be acutely aware of the real cost of all of your inputs, including labour.