A wealth of knowledge to keep you informed
If you’re developing a property and intending to sell a property at a profit, you may need to register for GST.
Business Growth Fund Application Guidelines
Found out what you need to know about Fringe Benefits Tax
Do you have a Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) or Trade Support Loan (TSL)? Watch this video to learn about the recent changes and your obligations while overseas.
The ATO offers a range of assistance to help individuals and businesses affected by drought.
Did you know there’s more to ride-sourcing than just having a car? Watch this short video to find out more.
Watch this video for information on how to meet your FBT obligations if you provide entertainment fringe benefits to your employees.
Single Touch Payroll is a reporting change for employers with 20 or more employees.
The PPSR was introduced in 2012. This video provides a brief overview of how registering certain assets on the PPSR can help protect your security interests.
It is important to know how to ensure communication from the ATO is legitimate.
How to meet your FBT obligations if you allow your employees or their associates to use your lifestyle assets for their personal enjoyment.
How to meet your FBT obligations if you provide your employees with a business car
Paying super is an important part of being an employer. This video explains superannuation obligations for employers and how you can run a quick super check to keep your business on track.
The ATO's small business assist provides easy access to information for both new and established businesses on a range of topics.
Deciding whether a worker is an employee or contractor affects your tax, super and other obligations. Getting it wrong can put you at risk of having to pay penalties and charges.
The Small Business Superannuation Clearing House provides a simple and secure way to meet your superannuation obligations, reduce administrative burden and comply with SuperStream requirements.
SuperStream makes super simple for employers. Small employers (19 or fewer employees) must meet the SuperStream standard by 30 June 2016.
Thinking about winding up your SMSF? Here are some common reasons for winding up and the steps to follow to get it done.
Learn more about SMSF record-keeping requirements, the types of records that must be kept and for how long.
SMSF assets must be kept separate from your personal or business assets. Learn more about how to protect your fund's assets.
Can your SMSF borrow to buy an asset? Watch these case studies to learn more.
What are in-house assets and can your SMSF invest in them?
Plan ahead before making super benefit payments to a member. Make sure your fund has enough cash to make minimum annual payments.
Here are some of the key steps you need to take when you set up your SMSF.
Are you conducting your SMSF’s transactions at arm’s length? If you aren’t sure, watch this video and learn more about what this means.
Deciding on the type of SMSF trustee is important. This video will help explain the difference between individual trustees and corporate trustees?
Life is full of surprises. Plan ahead to help your SMSF deal with unexpected issues such as a relationship breakdown, incapacity or an untimely death.
Your SMSF's investment strategy is the framework that guides your investment decisions. It pays to have a good investment strategy that is regularly reviewed. Watch this video to learn what factors your SMSF's investment strategy needs to consider.
Some people mistakenly think that an SMSF can provide them with a loan or they can access their super whenever they like. This is not the case! Watch this video for more information.
Make sure you meet all your SMSF obligations before lodging your fund's annual return.
This video shows the possible consequences that may occur if your super fund breaches the law.
What's involved in the annual audit of your SMSF? Find out about the obligations that are required for an SMSF auditor to undertake their responsibilities.
Can your SMSF conduct transactions with related parties? Watch this video to understand the rules and the pit falls.
If a member dies, what happens to your SMSF and the member’s benefits? This video helps you to understand what you need to do.
Before you decide if an SMSF is right for you, you should have an idea of what's really involved. Source: Australian Taxation Office
SMSFs are often called do-it-yourself funds or DIY super but that isn't really the case! Meet the people who you will have to work with or who can help you meet your obligations as an SMSF trustee. Source: Australian Taxation Office.
When can you access super from your SMSF? This video will explain conditions of release. Source: Australian Taxation Office
Save time and do more with Xero on your iPad! Split-screen multitasking means you can work in Xero and access other apps at the same time. Multitask with Xero on your iPad and get more done, faster.
Say goodbye to that shoe-box full of receipts! In this short video, you’ll learn how to snap and store receipts on the go with the QuickBooks Self-Employed app.
MYOB has cloud solutions that make business life easier. Manage your business anywhere, anytime with bank feeds, multi-user capabilities and extended support.
QuickBooks Online streamlines accounting so you can spend more time on your business.
A case study provided by real small business owners on how QuickBooks Online simplifies their business accounting needs.
QuickBooks Online makes it Seriously Easy™ to access and manage your finances in real time.
Xero is beautiful accounting software that millions of people love using to run their small business. Xero is available all over the world and runs in the cloud. This means you can do your finances using any device with an internet connection – any time,
Xero is online accounting software for small business that let’s you share access to your latest business numbers with your team, accountant and bookkeeper – so everyone is up to speed.
A case study on the benefits of cloud accounting, provided by a real small business owner.
Learn about the changes happening to Australia's superannuation system from July 2017 and how they may affect you.
Feeling ready to enjoy life’s adventures now that you’re no longer working? Talking to a financial adviser can help you prepare for the years ahead by protecting and maximising your hard-earned savings.
Focus is on planning for a comfortable retirement and maximising savings within superannuation. The mortgage tends to be paid off or at a manageable level at this stage.
Are you expecting your first child... or your third? Maybe you're looking to buy your first house. Now is the time that many start taking stock, thinking about about their long term future and looking after their loved ones.
Financial advice for young professionals and those looking to get a head start on their financial future.
This is a short video aimed at providing you with a brief overview of the Financial Planning process and the benefits available to you from seeking financial advice.
