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Super Contribution Caps Set to Increase on 1 July 2024
April 17th, 2024As the end of the financial year approaches, Australians will soon have an opportunity to significantly boost their retirement savings thanks to the upcoming increase in super contribution caps, effective from 1 July. While there are a number of different routes through which you can add value and funds to your retirement, additional super contributionsread more
How to Set Up a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF)
April 11th, 2024Once set up properly, a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) offers Australians a unique opportunity to have more direct control over their retirement investments, leading to tailored investment strategies with a view to enjoying potentially higher returns. However, this control comes with the responsibility of navigating complex regulatory landscapes and making informed decisions that affect theread more
Five Simple Steps for a Winning Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
April 3rd, 2024In today's competitive market, distinguishing your business with a Unique Selling Proposition (USP) is more than a strategic advantage—it's a necessity. A well-defined USP articulates why customers should choose you over the competition. It's not just about having a superior product or service; it's about clearly communicating the unique value you provide to your customers.read more
WA Property Market Update March 2024
March 27th, 2024As Western Australians navigate a tricky economic and property market landscape through the end of the March quarter and into the remainder of 2024, the latest data reveals interesting trends in the WA housing values and rental markets. Despite challenges like interest rate hikes, worsening affordability, and the rising cost of living, certain factors likeread more
Why Are So Many Businesses Moving to Xero?
March 25th, 2024In a world of many options, business owners have several choices when it comes to the accounting software package they use, but Xero is by far the largest and fastest growing player in the market in Australia & New Zealand. That’s no coincidence – there are a number of reasons why so many business ownersread more
What is a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF)?
March 21st, 2024A Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) offers Australians a unique way to save for retirement, in a landscape typically dominated by what are known as “retail funds”. Unlike those traditional super funds, SMSFs offer the ability for up to six members to have direct control over their retirement savings, with the flexibility to choose where theirread more
Act Now: ATO Interest Charges Will Soon be Non-Deductible
March 13th, 2024Do you have ATO interest charges hanging over you? Hoping to claim them as a tax deduction when you pay them off? If so, read on, because a recent Government announcement aims to put a stop to interest charge deductibility. Previously, general interest charge (GIC) and shortfall interest charge (SIC) could be claimed as aread more
Understanding the Closing Loopholes Bill (No 2)
March 7th, 2024Australia's employment landscape is on the cusp of significant transformation with the recent passage of the Closing Loopholes Bill No 2 through the Senate on 8 February. Aimed at tightening the reins on workplace practices, this legislation brings to the fore new protections for employees, casual and gig workers, along with a revised legal definitionread more
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