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Manage your debts with debt consolidation

If you are struggling with your debts it may be a good idea to consider debt consolidation. Debt consolidation involves taking out a single loan to pay off your other debts. This can be beneficial since all your debts are in the one place and you will only have to...

Beware of Business Scams

Since the recent floods there has been a rise in the number of scammers claiming to be fundraising for flood victims. You should be extremely cautious and conduct research before you agree to anything.  It is important to know how to detect the scammers; who rely on...

Give your Brain a Break

Due to the amazing technology on the markets these days many people find themselves taking their work home with them. Whether it be emailing from your iphone, typing up a report on your home computer or answering work calls on your mobile wherever you are; odds are...

Annual GST Return Due Shortly

Businesses are required to charge a Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the rate of 10% on nominated goods and services that they supply to customers. The GST payable is included in the price paid by the recipient of the goods and services, and the supplier must pass this...

FYI @Social Media #Defamation Laws

Defamation laws exist to protect the reputation of individuals and businesses. Defamation is where something is published to lower the general opinion of, and cause damage to another person or business; this is illegal. Not surprisingly, as technology and social media...

Understanding NSW duty payments

Stamp Duty Key Points Duty, which is commonly known as stamp duty, is levied upon the sale of shares and property to cover the cost of the legal documents and processes of such transactions and is enforced by state governments. As a purchaser or borrower you may be...

Payroll Tax for the 2010-11 financial year.

The vast majority of businesses in Australia employ staff and payroll is usually one of their largest expenses. Payroll Tax is imposed on wages that are exchanged from the employer to the worker, and is generally applied to the annual payroll of employers or a linked...

SME Challenges in 2011

Every business faces challenges, especially SMEs (Small to Medium Enterprises). There are a few specific challenges that have been forecasted for the year ahead, which business owners are likely to encounter during 2011. If these are potential problems for your...