by Quinns_News | Jun 8, 2011 | Accounting News
On 2 June 2011 legislation to enable the streaming of franked dividends and capital gains from trusts for tax purposes, as well as targeted anti-avoidance rules with relation to trust law, was introduced into parliament. It is important that all trustees are made...
by Quinns_News | Jun 8, 2011 | Consumer News
The passing of a loved one is an extremely emotional and devastating time. This can be made all the more horrific if there is any kind of dispute against the Will of the deceased. Disputes often arise when parties that are associated with the deceased person disagree...
by Quinns_News | Jun 1, 2011 | Accounting News
Retirement is the time of life where you have the freedom to do what you want. Planning is essential if you want to have a comfortable and stress free retirement. Think about the lifestyle you want when you retire. Will you mix work and leisure? Do you have plans to...
by Quinns_News | Jun 1, 2011 | Small Business News
Studies have shown that a cluttered office commonly reduces levels of productivity and your perceived level of professionalism; while it is said that clearing your office can help to clear your mind and focus on the tasks at hand. Chaotic work spaces can be...
by Quinns_News | May 25, 2011 | Legal News
Do you know your Casual Employee Rights? These days the lines between casual and permanent workers are becoming increasingly blurred. As a business owner you can not assume that your workers are deemed and treated as casuals, even if you have a written agreement in...
by Quinns_News | May 25, 2011 | Consumer News
The national consumer guarantee laws protect your rights when you buy goods and services – including your rights to repairs, replacements and refunds. It is important to know that you have rights under these consumer guarantees even if you do not have a warranty or...
by Quinns_News | May 18, 2011 | Accounting News
Receive your Timely Payment Every business faces the challenge of collecting payment from non-paying clients and customers. This can have the potential to ruin your business, since you can’t always pay your own bills when you are waiting on money that never seems to...
by Quinns_News | May 18, 2011 | Accounting News
In certain roles and industries, as defined by your employer, you may be required to travel in order to carry out particular tasks. In such circumstances, it is likely that you will be provided a travel allowance in addition to your regular wage or salary package. A...
by Quinns_News | May 11, 2011 | Accounting News
This is a short summary of the Budget for the 2011-12 financial year. Despite the impact of natural disasters at home and abroad, Australia’s economic prospects remain strong. While these disasters impacted growth in 2010‑11, the economy is still expected to...
by Quinns_News | May 4, 2011 | Accounting News
Perhaps one of the most significant considerations when it comes to investment properties is Capital Gains Tax (CGT). Whilst this is something that only comes into effect on disposal of the asset, it is important to be aware of how it works and the potential effects...
