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Should You Start a Business? A Practical Checklist for Australians
Starting a business is an exciting step — but before you dive in, it’s important to make sure you’ve covered the essentials. Here’s a...
Melanie Zander
Aug 192 min read


Your Guide to Individual Tax Refunds in 2025 Australia
As we move through the 2025 tax season , many Australians are eager to lodge their returns and (hopefully) see a refund land in their...
Melanie Zander
Aug 144 min read


Why Timing Matters: What Your Accountant Needs to Know (and When)
Let’s talk timing. And let’s talk receipts. Two things that can either save your business from stress or sink you into admin overload...
Melanie Zander
Jun 304 min read


The 40% Rule – Why You Need to Start Putting Money Aside (and How to Do It)
If I could have a dollar for every time a client said, “I didn’t realise I’d owe that much tax,” I’d probably be looooonnnnnngggggg...
Melanie Zander
May 153 min read


Why Financial Record Keeping Matters More Than Ever (And How to Make It Easier)
If you've ever thought record keeping is just "paperwork for paperwork's sake," think again. Keeping solid financial records isn't just...
Melanie Zander
Apr 163 min read


Mental Health in the Workplace: A Balanced Approach for Employers
Mental health is no longer a silent issue in workplaces—it’s an essential part of running a sustainable, productive, and positive...
Melanie Zander
Mar 93 min read


Employees vs. Independent Contractors: Understanding the Differences
When hiring workers, businesses often need to decide whether to classify them as employees or independent contractors. This distinction...
Melanie Zander
Feb 175 min read


The Great Tax Divide
why small business and average Australians deserve better When I think about the clients we work with every day—small business owners,...
Melanie Zander
Jan 163 min read


Accounting Software Showdown: Xero, QuickBooks, and MYOB—Which One Is Right for You?
Selecting the right accounting software is crucial for streamlining your business operations, saving you time and money and ensuring...
Melanie Zander
Dec 9, 20245 min read


Understanding Your Financials: A Guide to Profit & Loss and Balance Sheets
As a business owner, understanding your financial reports—particularly your Profit & Loss Statement and Balance Sheet —is essential for...
Melanie Zander
Nov 19, 20246 min read


Don’t Shoot the Messenger: Understanding Tax Deductions in Australia
When it comes to taxes, many people may feel frustrated or confused, especially when they hear about others claiming deductions or...
Melanie Zander
Oct 15, 20246 min read


Understanding the Medicare Levy and Medicare Levy Surcharge
We get A LOT of questions about these two gems. The Medicare Levy and the Medicare Levy Surcharge are key components of Australia's...
Melanie Zander
Sep 18, 20243 min read


Your Guide to Individual Tax Refunds in 2024 Australia
As we move through the 2024 tax season, many Australians are eager to lodge their tax returns and hope to receive a refund. We have...
Melanie Zander
Aug 13, 20244 min read


Staying Proactive with Your Business: Keys to Avoiding ATO Scrutiny
As many of you may have seen in a recent ABC News article, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is ramping up efforts to recover $50...
Melanie Zander
Aug 8, 20242 min read


Preparing for End of Financial Year 2024
2024 TAX PLANNING & PREPARATION As another financial year rapidly draws to a close, we have brought together some account housekeeping...
Melanie Zander
Jun 20, 20246 min read


Business Property: Lease or Buy?
At some stage, almost every business owner will face the decision of whether to lease or buy their business property. It’s not a simple...
Melanie Zander
Apr 8, 20243 min read


Get Paid On Time! The Impact of Late Payments on your Business
A very common mistake for newer business owners is failure to understand the importance of getting paid on time. Honestly, what...
Melanie Zander
Feb 12, 20242 min read


Six Steps to Avoiding Bad Debt
Managing debt effectively is critical to your business’s survival. The way you handle invoicing and collections can mean the difference...
Melanie Zander
Oct 8, 20233 min read


Making Business Partnerships Work
Entering into a business partnership can boost your potential for success. The joining of complimentary skills sets, capital and ideas...
Melanie Zander
Sep 9, 20233 min read
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