10 Questions When Buying a Business

10 Questions When Buying a Business

Buying a business is a major decision. As accountants, we see the good the bad and the ugly. When looking at potential acquisition, here are some important questions to consider. Am I buying a business or a job? To be frank, some people are just happy to buy a job....
Working on Your Business vs. Working in Your Business

Working on Your Business vs. Working in Your Business

In Australia over 97% businesses are small to medium businesses. Roughly half go out of business in the first five years! There is little reason to expect the world wide trends to be any different. Its easy to start a business. All it takes is an idea, something to...
Car Salary Packaging – Truth Lies and Tax Deductions

Car Salary Packaging – Truth Lies and Tax Deductions

Car Salary Packaging can save some Australians thousands of dollars a year. However, as most advice given regarding car salary packaging is not accurate, some people proceed with car salary packaging even though it is of  no benefit to them. This article will help you...
Is Dodging Your Annual Tax Return Worth It?

Is Dodging Your Annual Tax Return Worth It?

People tell me all the time that they associate doing their tax with the level of excitement that I associate going to the dentist. And as someone who has been avoiding going to the dentist, I can relate to people who get behind in their tax returns. I help people all...