Communication is key
In nearly every aspect of life, both personally and professionally, effective communication is vital to success and happiness...
Shortcut method to claim deductions if working from home
To make it easier when claiming a deduction for working from home, special arrangements have been announced...
COVID-19 Update - Supporting businesses to retain jobs
The Government is introducing a subsidy program to support employees and businesses...
Are you paying your employees correctly?
The Fair Work Commission has been reviewing modern awards. Are you paying your employees correctly?
What a waste!
Australian's throw out up to 20 per cent of the food they purchase. Are you aware of how much this is costing you each year?
2019/20 Budget Update
The Government handed down the 2019/20 Federal Budget on Tuesday 2 April 2019. Some of the important proposals include: – Increasing and expanding access to the instant asset write-off from 7:30pm (AEDT) on 2 April 2019. (i.e. ‘Budget night’) until 30 June 2020, as follows: Increasing the instant asset write-off threshold from $25,000 to $30,000.
Good habits begin at home
Many of the routines and lessons that we learn as kids stay with us into adulthood. In today’s digital age, it can be difficult for kids to grasp the concept of money when it’s not in the tangible form of notes and coins. The increase in ‘tap and go’ payments, internet banking and online shopping
2019/20 Federal Budget
On Tuesday 2 April, the Federal Government handed down its Budget for the 2019-20 financial year. This is the first Budget delivered by Treasurer Josh Frydenberg and will be the final Budget before the next Federal Election. The theme of this year’s Budget is ‘A stronger economy and a secure future’. According to the Treasurer, […]
Have you considered building your home?
Recently my husband and I went through the process of building our first family home and we can wholeheartedly say that we are not disappointed with the home that we designed and are now happily living in. However, looking back on our experience there are things that we would do differently to save a lot […]
The only New Year resolution you need to worry about!
Do a financial health-check of your business January is a good time to check the financial health of your business. Reviewing your financial statements and doing some basic calculations on liquidity, solvency, profitability and return on investment, and comparing these results with previous annual figures and similar businesses in your industry will help you identify […]
Embrace online shopping with your eyes open!
If you’re like me, you may find yourself doing your Christmas shopping online. There are many reasons why online shopping has become a way of life for many Australians. The top reason is convenience. You can compare prices between a large array of companies; you can have your items delivered directly to your home, and […]