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After finalising the costs required to keep your business in operation (wages, debts, licences, taxes, etc.) you may well think that whatever is left can be put straight back into your pockets. This is basically true, in a sense, if you are the sole owner of the business. It can also be easily achieved in partnerships by bumping up your salary or paying dividends. Read the rest of this entry »

With the global economy pretty shaky these days, everyone is looking for ways to try and secure their financial future. If you want your finances to be healthy and growing, the trick is to combine traditional wisdom with a bit of thinking outside the box to give yourself the best chance of surviving any market meltdowns. The following are just a few of the great ways you can ensure that your financial future looks promising.

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Start saving early! Young people who are planning their financial futures have the best chance to maximize their retirement savings. Even though young people generally make less money than middle-aged people, they literally have time on their side. Starting early gives your savings time to grow over the years, so the earlier you start saving, the better. If you find parting with your money to be difficult, then you can make it easier by having a certain amount deducted from your pay that will go straight into your savings account each month. Over time, you will learn to live with smaller pay cheques and you can feel good knowing that money is going to your savings all the while. Read the rest of this entry »

If you drive often, you will be surprised to know research shows that most accidents actually happen close to home, and you will be surprised to know the majority of those car and property accidents happen when approaching your home. Your home insurance will cover your home and property if something happens out of your control. If you get into an accident when entering your property, or even on your property, it is going to be considered your fault. What should you do? Read the rest of this entry »

If you’ve received a director penalty notice from the ATO, you need to know why the notice has been issued, and exactly what you can do about it. Many company directors react negatively to this notice, and don’t quite understand the issues involved. This is strictly a taxation issue, and there are multiple possibilities for both representation and dealing with the problems. Read the rest of this entry »