If you became a director before 31 Oct 2021, you need to apply for your directors ID now

23 November

When you need to apply is determined by when you were first appointed, and under which Act. If you plan to become a director, you can apply before youā€™re appointed. Corporations Act directors When you must apply for your director ID depends on...[Read More]

Top questions when applying for a director ID

16 November

Who needs to apply for a director ID? You need a director ID if you are a director of a: company registered with theĀ Australian Securities and Investments CommissionExternal linkĀ (ASIC) or theĀ Office of the Registrar of Indigenous...[Read More]

Budget repair begins, tax reform is next

26 October

The Albanese government has been praised for taking the first step towards budget repair by banking its unexpected commodities windfall, with serious tax reform likely to be addressed in future budgets. With government debt expected to hit the...[Read More]

3 tips to grow your superannuation

28 September

Retirement is a period most people eagerly anticipate. Itā€™s that wonderful stage of life when you can finally unwind and spend your time as you please. You can even spend retirement focusing on the businesses youā€™ve been planning and haveĀ put...[Read More]

UN urges higher tax for Aust fuel giants

21 September

The head of the United Nations has called for Australia and other major economies to tax the super profits of fossil fuel companies to help people make ends meet and be protected from climate change. “I am calling on all developed economies to...[Read More]

The importance of Single-Touch Payroll

15 September

Do you know what single-touch payroll (STP) is? Most likely, youā€™ve encountered the term, especially if you own a small business in Australia where STP is mandatory. This requirement applies even to companiesĀ employing just a single staff member...[Read More]

4 Essential considerations before buying a rental property

24 August

You can take a step toward building your wealth seriously by buying a rental property whenever youā€™re ready with the funds. If you commit to this now, you can benefit from passive income for many years as your investment generates consistent...[Read More]

How cloud accounting can help make your business better and more efficient

17 August

Does your company still use desktop software or spreadsheets for accounting tasks? If so, then it could be time to upgrade to a cloud-based accounting system. In comparison to on-premises solutions, cloud accounting for small businesses offers...[Read More]

[VIDEO] Getting your super started

21 July

  It is important to start growing and actively managing your super as early as possible for your retirement. For most people, super begins when you start work and your employer starts paying super for you. If you’re a contractor or a...[Read More]

Thinking about self-managed super?

27 January

(ATO)   If you set up a self-managed super fund (SMSF), you’re in charge ā€“ you make the investment decisions for the fund and you’re held responsible for complying with the super and tax laws. It’s a major financial decision...[Read More]

Tax return tips [VIDEO]

19 June

MoneySmart(ASIC) Getting tax right It’s tax time again so here’s our guide to what you can and can’t claim in your 2018 tax return, and tips to make lodging your tax on time a breeze. Records you’ll need to complete your tax...[Read More]