New rules for property investors 2018

With the uncertainty spotlight on the Australian federal government budget o reduce the ability of rental property owners to claim tax deductions for rental ownership expenses, we outline some of the changes the government is introducing to reduce this powerful tool for tax minimisation and wealth creation. The abolition of claiming a travel expense to…

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Ways You Didn’t Know Your Tax Accountant Could Help You

You may think your accountant’s only purpose is doing your tax return at the end of the financial year however this is only a fraction of the service they can provide for you. Depending on your personal and professional circumstances, they can offer valuable support in numerous other ways. Let’s look at some of the…

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The Benefits Of Seeing A Professional Tax Agent

There are many ways that a tax agent can provide a positive financial benefit to you. A good tax agent will have useful tips and strategies that can improve your overall financial position, both personally and professionally. By using a tax agent instead of doing your tax return yourself, you can take advantage of their…

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Claiming superannuation deductions now for employees from 2018 tax year

Claiming superannuation deductions now for employees from 2018 tax year Until the 2017 tax return only self employed could claim extra superannuation contributions and this had to be effectively done through salary sacrificing to super. However, from 2018 tax returns employees can also claim super contributions. This can be a great tool to reduce your…

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Late Completing Your Tax Return? Don’t Stress We Can Help!

Hassle-free Late Tax Returns lodged No problem Tired of the stress of knowing your tax returns are way overdue… Have you been too afraid to take on your overdue tax returns? You are not the only one. We have many clients who have been in this situation. Are you worrying about all the ATO penalties…

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Five common questions you should be asking your Accountant

A great person to ask what you should be asking your accountant is an accountant. So I have prepared five great questions to ask accountant.   What can I claim? Of course your accountant should be asked to explain the deductions that are available to your circumstances and occupation or business. These may be available…

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What does a beautiful financial future looks like

What a beautiful financial future looks like what this accountant thinks anyway… Have a good income Whether you are in business or working having an income is great Find what you love to do Set your own big bold income goal of …. Become investing Its not what you earn but what you save Make…

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Hospital cover – to have or not to have?

One question i get asked alot this year is should I keep my Hospital Cover? To have or not to have hospital cover insurance   I wish I had a penny for every time a client asks me about whether or not to have hospital cover insurance. I find the tax ramifications in this regard…

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Last minute tax reducing and wealth smart ideas

Last minute tax reducing and wealth smart ideas Super contributions are tax deductable So from 1/7/18 you can get a tax deduction for investing in your Superannuation known as Super contribution, even if you are an employee. Make sure your old salary sacrificing arrangements have reduced the Super contribution to 25k not 30k or $35k…

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New business trends to drive your success

here are some tips on what is emerging as new trends to improve your business success. Artificial intelligence is becoming more common and cost effective. Can it assist you in your business? Use Video marketing. It improves your sales conversion and explains or differentiates you. Targeted specific information online is critical. People are looking for…

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New business top 8 things not to do

Are you starting business? Here are my top eight things not to do: Do a business you are passionate about … not one you just want to make money from. Get it flying and start, don’t wait. Do not wait until everything is perfect to start and don’t procrastinate a start too. Don’t try to…

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Fast ways to improve your business profits

Is not enough profit or cashflow a challenge for you a the moment? here are some tips on what to review to improve your business profits. Use budgeting to drive you to income and expenditure which challenges your business to grow. Use target marketing. Many business vastly improve when they precisely define their target markets…

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23 ways to lose clients fast

Is losing clients or customers a challenge for you a the moment? here are some tips on what not to do. Broken promises Fail to deliver or an inflated sales process Changing your own business owner structure or change in ownership structure of the clients Perceived high price for value Poor service Slow to respond…

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Our biggest weapons that grow business

Times may be hard in business. Well are they. We feel if you work hard and smart your business can still flourish. Here are some of the best ways to ensure your business thrives in any economy: ensure you have a website that works have marketing targeted at specific target markets get signage that works…

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