Seeking Guidance with a Tax Audit? Will You Be a Target?
The possibility of being selected for taxation audits rapidly increasing each year as the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) widens the scope of its audit activity due to technological advancements, allowing them to narrow their investigations, to those areas where there is the most risk to revenue.
Require a hand in a financial crisis?
Heed the Warning Signs. If you are involved in a business that is showing signs of trouble, act quickly....
Stress management tips for business owners
Stress is something we all experience and unfortunately cannot be eliminated altogether. However stress doesn’t have to be an entirely negative emotion – after all, it’s generally what gets us motivated to take action! A certain amount of stress can actually be healthy, so long as the symptoms of it don’t affect our day to day life.
The one-page business plan
How to put together a one page business plan in 9 easy steps.
New rules for Director Liabilities
The increasing number of companies going into liquidation and administration has triggered a proposal by the Government to increase the liability of directors for failing to meet their obligations as employers.
Business Systems
Every business needs a system. A business without a system is like a car without wheels. Whether you are a one man band, employ 50 people or are somewhere in between, every business needs a system and that means Marketing and Sales, Operations, Finance and Human Resources.
How to spend less
6 great tips to help you reduce your business costs ....
Milestone, millstone or task - how do you manage a project?
Steps to take to get your business project off the ground.
Do you need more insurance than just insurance?
If you live in Australia or New Zealand, you’ll no doubt have witnessed the devastating impact and unpredictability of Mother Nature – with earthquakes, droughts, fire, flood and cyclones all occurring in the past year alone. While these natural disasters ravage communities, the impact on local businesses can be equally devastating. But it doesn’t always need to be that way. Why is it that one business can recover from a disaster, whereas another similar business may be forced to close its doors?
ATO tracking loans made through trusts
The Australian Taxation Office is targeting members of self-managed super funds and their distribution of funds to themselves or others via investments by the super fund in trusts.
Deadline for investment tax
Tax break deadline for small business purchases.
Why budget for small business?
How Budgeting is the tool by which you organise your company and plan for possible future circumstances.
Improving your small business credit
As a small business entrepreneur it is easy to get distracted from sending out invoices or paying bills. The appeal of focusing on sales instead of the return can get you into trouble with your credit rating and history.
The How-To's of Increasing Your Cashflow
Proper forecasting is essential for the long-term success of your business – particularly when it comes to cashflow.
Tax Update June 2010
The very latest tax updates since the Federal Budget was announced last month.
Budgeting for tomorrow
A guide to developing a long-term financial strategy that can help you plan more effectively for your business' future growth.
The ten for 2010: Fool_Proof New Year's resolutions
A new year, a fresh start. Last year had its ups and downs, but your business pulled through and now you’re pumped and ready to face the unknown challenges of the year ahead. You’re determined to make next year better, and you sit down to write a list of the things you will do differently so that 2010 will be a stellar year.
How to save money in your business NOW
Let’s face it: it’s currently a buyers’ market... and despite your initial reaction, believe it or not, this is actually great news for your business. Why? Because to all of your suppliers, YOU are the customer – and you can start using the current market conditions as an opportunity to flex your buying power and start reducing your business expenses right away.
Spring clean your finances
A few simple steps to get your money management systems in order and make your next financial year a lot more pleasant.