Getting even more out of the cloud
The benefits of cloud accounting software like Xero, MYOB or Reckon are well known. But did you know you can ...
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Financial tips for 40 year olds
“Life begins at 40” is a well used maxim. If you are turning 40 soon, this is the perfect time ...
Investing in commercial property with your SMSF
Using your self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) to invest in commercial property may seem attractive given the current low interest rates, ...
A quick guide to SME business structures
Thinking of starting your own business? Having a sound business plan, budgeting revenue and expenses and determining how much capital ...
The ‘Netflix’ tax will catch more than online movies
The arrival of Netflix in Australia highlighted the GST base erosion caused by global digital commerce. Increasing international digital consumption ...
New revenue recognition rules for schools
The recognition of revenue seems like a straightforward proposition for schools. Parents pay the tuition fees and the school recognises ...
What to do if you’re audited by the tax office
Since the mid 1980s, Australia’s tax system has operated on a ‘self-assessment’ basis. This means that the ATO (Australian Taxation ...
SMEs – what drives your bottom line?
Small businesses are the heart and soul of the Australian economy, accounting for about one third of the total Gross ...
NFPs in the Age of Contestability: Thrive or Perish
The Not-For-Profit (NFP) sector has long been referred to as the ‘third’ sector. As such, NFPs were not expected to ...
Superannuation – Treasury announces further changes
On September 15 2016, Treasury announced updates relating to the superannuation changes it had proposed in the May Federal Budget. ...
Healthy profit does not always equal strong cash flow
Of the many challenges that small business owners face, maintaining a sound cash flow would be the hardest. As a ...
Buying or selling a $2million+ property? New rules apply
Spring is cyclically the busiest season for buying and selling houses. If you’re buying or selling a property, here are ...
Accru Tax Alert – September 2016
Here’s a snapshot of recent tax developments and regulatory changes in September that may affect your business, investments or superannuation. ...
The rules may be changing, but SMSFs are still a good superannuation option
Australia’s superannuation rules may be about to undergo some major changes if the Budget proposals affecting superannuation are passed by ...
What can a good business advisor do for your SME?
If your accountant is just doing tax compliance work for your SME business, then you’re overlooking a valuable resource that ...
SMEs – Met your sales forecast but still no money in the bank?
Often business owners find they have met their sales budgets but cannot understand why this isn’t translating to increased cash ...
Accru Tax Alert – August 2016
Here’s a snapshot of recent tax developments and regulatory changes in August that may affect your business, investments or superannuation. ...
Unfair contract clauses will soon be void Time to reconsider borrowing?
With the contraction of the Australian mining industry, many small enterprises who built the current mining infrastructure have been sent ...