Many accountants have previously instructed their clients to enter into an ATO arrangement, as it can be a relatively cheap form of finance. The added benefit of this debt arrangement is that it ensures the impact on cash flow is minimal on the client.  What’s the result of this arrangement?  Unfortunately, opting for an arrangement … Continued

Marketing today is a far different beast than just a few years ago. Before Internet, newspaper, TV and radio ads were the gold standard methods for marketing. But these methods can be prohibitively expensive, not to mention out of date. Then it’s no surprise that social media has become a popular way to advertise. But … Continued

The $20,000 Small Business tax write off introduced in 2015 by then-treasurer Joe Hockey is due to come to an end on 30 June 2018. The write off measure enables small businesses with a turn over of up to $10 million a year to instantly claim tax deductions on all equipment purchases that are worth … Continued

Like many people in the same boat, at the time we started our business, we had no idea what the future would hold. Our business started as four friends becoming business partners. Having never been in a position of having to make decisions together, it took us a while to learn how to do it. … Continued

When applying for equipment finances, it’s important to ensure you and your broker understand the total value assigned to the equipment you wish to obtain. In doing this, you ensure that your broker can arrange the right credit application for you as well as help you with future business taxing and auditing. Many larger assets … Continued

CommSec have recently released their economic and financial issues report for January, provided by their Chief Economist Craig James. In looking at the big picture, the Australian economy has not experienced a recession for 26 years (defined as two consecutive quarters of contraction). This is Australia’s longest ever economic expansion. The Australian economy probably grew … Continued

When financing your equipment, it’s important to consider a specialised repayment structure that is reflective of your company’s situation. Your cash flow has a major impact on how you repay financed equipment, which is why it’s essential that you choose a repayment scheme that is well-suited to meet the needs of your business We’ve listed … Continued

Insurance premium funding is a flexible finance option that allows for you to spread the cost of your insurance across the year. This is a much more manageable form of repayment for businesses who may rely on regular cash flow or who have an increasing number of financial obligations.  Why is premium funding preferred? There … Continued

Most companies will strive for growth, whether it be gaining more property, expanding a service or offering more products. One way to allow for this growth is to source new equipment, and financing this equipment is the first step in the process. For convenience, you may be tempted to keep all your finances with the … Continued

Financing your equipment is a huge part of your business and can lead to tremendous growth in your services and client base. But spending large sums of money on equipment isn’t a quick decision, especially for businesses that are growing and have demands on their cash flow. While the decision of what you buy is … Continued

When it comes to industrial or commercial vehicles, you want to get the best for your business, no matter whether you require just a couple of sales vehicles or light commercials or a large-scale fleet to transport goods. But what’s the best financial choice for you? Fleet leasing is a popular choice for companies looking … Continued