JobKeeper is a Federal Government subsidy paid to eligible businesses effected by COVID-19 to cover the costs of their employee’s wages. Affected employers will be able to claim a fortnightly subsidy payment of $1,500 per eligible employee from 30 March 2020, for a maximum period of 6 months. This full amount of $1,500 must then…
The Prime Minister has announced a $17.6 billion stimulus package to support business, households and the Australian economy against the impact of coronavirus. Key immediate measures to stimulate the economy include:
While the sale of your business may contribute to a large portion of your retirement savings, incomes in retirement can come from a number of different sources which may vary over time depending on market conditions and your personal circumstances and investment strategy. So, before you hang out the ‘For Sale’ sign, there are some…
Like many business owners, you have spent years fully invested in your business, personally and financially, and as you nudge closer towards retirement, you may be starting to worry about your super and life after business. If you are selling your business, CGT concessions could help you boost your super.
Changes introduced by the ATO and Xero may affect how you conduct your bookkeeping practices. The ATO Business Portal is being updated and from the end of March, AUSkey will no longer be available. Xero is also introducing a new software program included as part of the Starter, Standard and Premium Plan subscriptions.
Treasury has released its Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook for 2019/20, forecasting a surplus of approximately $5 billion.Other tax-related measures incude a discretion for taxpayers to undertake a record-keeping course and a new third party reporting regime for businesses operating in the sharing economy, such as Uber and Airbnb.
If concerns about cashflow, funding new ventures, selling your business or general worries about your business performance are keeping you awake at night, you may feel like your business is managing you, rather than you managing it. A properly prepared business plan is among the most effective ways to reduce stress and take control of…
“My business has made a profit and yet I’m not seeing it… Where does all the money go?” This is one of the most common questions that business owners ask and it’s often a symptom of deeper cashflow or operational concerns. If you’re not sure where the money in your business is going, you are…
As a business owner, it’s likely you have spent many years building a solid business, but perhaps you have shown less discipline when it comes to paying yourself a regular salary, contributing to super and investing for your future. If you are considering building personal wealth for your life beyond business ownership, we can help.…
As of 1 July 2019, Taxable Payments Annual Reports (TPAR) will affect the following industries: Road freight IT Security TPARs were first introduced into the building and construction industry from 1 July 2012. Entities with ABNs need to report to the ATO information about the payments that they make to contractors for services. The policy…