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COVID news: Jobkeeper, FBT & Working from Home
COVID continues to bring change to the way we manage business. Here are the immediate changes you should be planning for now. JobKeeper phase 3 ends at the end of March – HECS-style loans being considered If you receive JobKeeper and the deadline makes you nervous, start planning now. Meet with your accountant to identify…
Read MoreJanuary Market Update: volatility, stability or profitability on the horizon?
There is much to consider in this January 2021 market update. We’ve included a high level of detail so to accommodate all types of investors. Australia is in a much better position than anticipated at this front end of the COVID-economy recovery. Whether you’re a pre, new or seasoned investor, we believe that careful navigation…
Read MoreWill the compulsory increase to super go ahead?
At this stage, yes. But an announcement of a different kind would not be a surprise to the business community given recent economic pressures. The government has indicated that its priority is to create jobs and protect businesses. Superannuation contributions from employers are currently legislated to increase in small increments up to 12% in 2025.…
Read MoreWhy you need to think about tax now (not just in June)
You need to think about tax now, because it will save you money. At this point of every year, we recommend all businesses participate in a pre-June review of your tax structure, commitments and obligations so that you can plan and save. An effective Pre-June review will involve a 1:1 deep-dive with your accountant on…
Read MoreRegister now for Dine & Discover $100 voucher
In a bid to support hospitality businesses to recover from the economic effects of COVID, the NSW Government will make $100 available to every resident over the age of 18 for spending in dining, arts and tourism businesses. When: During March, the vouchers will become available via the Services NSW app. They will expire on…
Read MoreAct now! Previous and current Jobkeeper recipients take note.
The Jobkeeper extension for Australian businesses will end on 28 March 2021. There are three types of businesses who need to take note: 1 –those who did not previously qualify for the first extension (Oct – Dec) but now qualify; 2 – those who continue to access it until it’s end date and; 3 –…
Read MoreAdviceCo to be a major supporter of Cerebral Palsy Alliance expansion on the Central Coast
Cerebral Palsy Alliance has a therapy center in Tuggerah that is bursting at the seams. Those who require support on the Coast far outnumber the capacity of the facility, so it is with great excitement that an additional new therapy center is being established on Karalta Rd, Erina. It is supported by a number of…
Read MoreTwo trends to help you make more money in 2021
We believe two of the biggest trends* in financial management this year are almost a paradox of each other. But when the balance is right between the two, the returns speak for themselves. *No – stuffing your cash under the bed is not a top, nor recommended, trend. Digitalisation ‘There’s an app for that’. Consolidating…
Read MoreFuture proof your business
When real life turns out to be stranger than fiction, business owners know that they need to be prepared for anything. Here are the top trends that will improve business agility and security no matter what the future holds… Automation is no longer a ‘nice-to-have’. Those who were automated ahead of COVID were in a…
Read MoreJobKeeper Audits
The Australian Tax Office (ATO) has continued with their company audit regime throughout COVID, now with increasing focus on JobKeeper reviews. Employers have been required to provide further record of employee details, contracts and payroll, as well as business activity to ensure the details align with the JobKeeper applications and historic BAS and STP records.…
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