Depreciation made simple for small business

Depreciation has been made simpler for small business in the 2012/2013 income year. There are three main changes which may impact the timing of asset purchases. Understanding the Concept of Depreciation Firstly, there is an increase to the instant asset write-off...

ASIC targets illegal phoenix activity

The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) recently announced a targeting of company directors with a history of failed companies as part of a surveillance program to combat illegal phoenix activity. Phoenix activity is the fraudulent act of...

Structure your assets for maximum benefit

Best Strategy for You Many business owners struggle with whether to hold their business assets as an individual or as a company. However, for many reasons, holding assets in a Self Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) can be a better strategy. This strategy suits...

How to make S.M.A.R.T Business Goals

As a small business owner, setting goals provides your business with a structured framework. Without clearly constructed business goals, a business is likely to have little direction and quite possibly fail. Goal setting helps the company gauge the efforts that need...

ATO targets GST in 2014 compliance program

The ATO’s compliance in focus program for 2013-2014 is a document that sets out what the ATO is doing to manage the risks and maintain the integrity of Australia’s taxation and superannuation system for the next 12 months. The Compliance in focus in not an exhaustive...