Small Business Handbook

With over 10 years of advising our clients we have compiled information and created guides for Small Businesses and Contractors.

Business Structures – Pty Ltd Company vs. Discretionary Trust

Like all major business decisions, deciding on a suitable business structure requires a full understanding of the advantages and disadvantages ...
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How to Change Accountants

Is your accountant not responding or taking far too long to get back to you? We often have clients sign ...
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What Is Single Touch Payroll (SPT)?

Single Touch Payroll (STP) is a new method of reporting tax and superannuation information to the ATO. Your payroll or ...
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Hiring Your First Employee

What to look out for when looking to bring new employees on board Looking at hiring for the first time ...
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How to De-Risk Your Business

It's never too early to de-risk your business. No matter the size of your business, it's important to identify where ...
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How to Close a Pty Ltd Company

When closing your Pty Ltd company, it’s imperative that you follow the correct process to ensure that your company has ...
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A Guide to Employer Obligations

Understanding what obligations you must fulfill as an employer for your employees As an employer, it’s imperative to understand that ...
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Insurance Policies for Small Businesses

A comprehensive guide to both compulsory and optional insurance policies for all types of small businesses! Small business insurance policies ...
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Guide to Registrations for Small Businesses

Are you starting your own business? Starting a business is an exciting time for any entrepreneur. Often times, this can ...
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Step by Step Guide on Switching Accountants

Time to switch accountant? Generally, businesses will make the decision to change accountants for a number of reasons. This guide ...
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Guide to Choosing the Right Business Structure

A comprehensive comparison of the most suitable business structure for you! There are four commonly used business structures in Australia: ...
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What Business Structure Should You Choose? Sole Trader vs. Company

Should you start your contractor business as a sole trader or a company? In a nutshell, sole trader structures are ...
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Benefits of Setting Up a Pty Ltd Company

Many clients ask why they should setup a Pty Ltd company. The most appropriate structure you choose really depends on ...
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Choosing the Right Accountant

Looking for an accountant? What you should be looking for in an accountant? What benefits can an accountant offer? Finding ...
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How to Draw Money Out of a PTY LTD Company

Drawing money out of your company for personal use Many contractors choose to operate out of a Pty Ltd company ...
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9 Things You Absolutely Need to Know about Tax

The Tax Guide for Contractors, Consultants, Freelancers and Locums As a consultant, contractor, freelancer and locum there is a range ...
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Do You Need to Have a Contract in Writing? Is a Verbal Contract Enough?

Contracts for Consultants, Contractors, Freelancers and Locums As a contractor you will be hired to perform specific jobs and often ...
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Guide to Setting up a Business Bank Account

Business Bank Account Guide for Contractors If you are operating your contractor business under a company, you will require a ...
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Business Structures – Pty Ltd Company vs. Discretionary Trust

Like all major business decisions, deciding on a suitable business structure requires a full understanding of the advantages and disadvantages ...
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