We're hearing a lot of commentary at the moment about the relative difficulty in getting a loan now that the banks have tightened their lending criteria. However, further discussion needs to be had
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Listed below are some ideas for you to implement, but just make sure you've got them covered before June 30:
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Well, it's finally out – the 2019 Federal Budget and we've summarised the main financial points that will be relevant for you below.
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Following the recent royal commission into the banking and finance industry, a huge amount of bad press has ensued for retail superannuation funds.
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From 1 July small employers are required to report details of employees' tax withholding and superannuation information to the ATO at the time they process their payroll using Single Touch Payroll software.
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Last week was International Women's Day, and it brought to our attention to the idea of women as investors. Thankfully, there's some good news around this, ladies (and gents), as, on many occasions, women make great investors.
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If we only did your tax we would be failing you ... Over the years we have learned that for us to serve our clients best it is important that we support and challenge them.
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As we edge closer to the Federal Election, both major parties are starting to show their cards on tax policy. What most people aren't realising though, is that nearly everyone will end up paying more of their hard-earned dollars in tax under a Labor Government.
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One question we often get asked by our clients is what structure they should be operating out of, whether this is for business or investment purposes.
Read MoreThe long-awaited final report on the banking royal commission was released yesterday. The aim of the Royal Commission was to expose wrong-doing and dodgy practices in banks, and insurance and superannuation companies.
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Nearly everyone is back from holidays now and as expected, that means Australia is basically in election mode.
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Bookkeeping refers to the keeping of records of the financial affairs of a business but it is also a legal requirement for businesses to have records that are up to date.
Read MoreThis week we'd like to give you a brief update on the markets, as there has been a considerable amount of "noise" on this topic in the recent news media.
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We find that this time of year presents a perfect opportunity for good planning to occur, and hopefully, this will set you up for a great year ahead.
Read MoreAnother year is nearly over and as we begin to wind down for 2018, we are already looking towards a new year in anticipation of what is possible.
Read MoreAs we head towards the end of the calendar year, the break over Christmas sometimes provides an opportunity for us to take stock. For some of us, that may mean a reflection on our plans for retirement.
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Taking stock of the year and your life may include everything and anything from business and career to family and health. And one of the best ways to reflect on what is important and organise yourself is to review, update or create your Will.
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It's not too many weeks now before Christmas will be upon us, and most people have some downtime over the Christmas/New Year period.
Read MoreIn Leo Tolstoy's great novel 'War and Peace', a Russian general charged with defeating Napoleon and expelling the French from Russian soil argued against rushing into battle, saying the strongest of all warriors were "time and patience".
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In many aspects of our lives we'll find ourselves either pursuing areas of expertise or delegating to those who can better utilise their skills for an improved outcome. Alternatively, you can watch DIY Youtube videos for guidance.
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