Dealing with Bad Business Debts

Get out of Debt Anyone who has experienced working with a client or supplier that didn’t pay their bills on time knows that dealing with business debts can be a painful experience. Avoiding late payment is vital to a business’ cash flow, financial viability and...

Comparing Business Structures

Sort your Business Structure When setting up or restructuring your business, there are several potential business structures you can choose. The most common types of business structures available to business owners are sole trader, partnership, company and trust. The...

Registering a Trademark

Registering your business name is a crucial action when setting up or redesigning your business, but if you want to gain better protection of your brand or logo you should consider registering it as a trademark. Unlike registering a business name, registering a...

The Consequences of Dying Without a Will

Death isn’t a topic anyone likes to dwell on, but the consequences of dying without a will can be far reaching and chaotic for those left behind. Making a valid will can be a confronting task, not least because it brings to mind the fact of our own mortality. But it’s...

Important ATO Business Lodgement Dates

Nobody means to be disorganised, but if you find yourself rushing to meet important Australian Tax Office (ATO) business lodgement dates throughout the year – or worse, missing them – start this year off right by creating a dedicated calendar outlining the dates most...