Success is one of the hardest things to recognise. Not because success is rarely achieved, but because it is so often unclearly
defined. Intentionally setting the time to do an objective year-end annual review is one easy way to increase your chances of
recognising success in this year and to set yourself up for success in the coming year.
Annual reviews are a powerful business tool. They provide insight into the past year through analysing metrics and other data.
While the financial review is a valuable tool on its own, business owners have an advantage they should utilise when they conduct their annual reviews. Involving a strategic business accountant can provide additional insights into the past year and help shape goals and metrics for the new year.
Five areas most visited in financial reviews are:
Business owners know what they want from their business, but sometimes they forget to define what that is. An annual financial review with
your accountant is a great chance to have a fresh set of eyes looking at the books and asking questions. Use those questions to define your
next year and enjoy feeling more successful as a result.
Darren and Jenny have one child and are planning for his secondary education at a Melbourne private school. Utilising education bonds, they aim to ensure they have sufficient funds to cover all tuition fees and associated costs throughout his education.
As Australia's highest marginal tax bracket impacts more individuals, a growing number of Australians face rising tax obligations due to "bracket creep," where wage growth outpaces tax rate adjustments. This trend is expected to persist, with tax-efficient strategies the backbone for financial advice to help individuals secure long-term wealth.
Car loan refinancing involves replacing your existing car loan with a new one. The new loan pays off your existing debt, allowing you to start making payments on the refinanced car loan.
Lenders often view job stability and income consistency as key factors in their loan approval process, which can make it tricky if you're settling into a new role.
Making an offer on a property for the first time is both exciting and nerve-racking. It’s important to take several steps to ensure you’re making a well-informed decision
The presidential election in the US on 5 November could dominate headlines during October, before the next meeting of the Federal Reserve later that same week. Investors are already debating whether a further reduction in borrowing costs in the US could be announced following this meeting.
Melbourne's housing market has experienced a significant shift in recent years, with its median dwelling value now ranking sixth-lowest among Australia's capital cities.
Refinancing your home loan can be a great way to save money, but it’s important to avoid common pitfalls.
Spring is a popular time to sell homes, with warmer weather and blooming gardens creating an inviting atmosphere that brings out the best of any property.
Discover 9 essential financial planning tips to help new and expecting parents manage the costs of parenthood with confidence and ease.
Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business and when payments are delayed, it creates an immediate strain.
ONLINE WEBINAR
23 February 2023 // 12:30pm
In our upcoming webinar we'll be diving into some common exit
strategies for successful succession planning, the pros and cons, and what you need to consider before making a decision.
You’ve worked hard for what you have – it’s time to protect it for the next generation.
ONLINE Webinar: Insurance Stripped Bare - What you really need to protect your assets
It doesn’t matter how much you have. It’s what you do with it that counts.
Not just for young entrepreneurs, this webinar is designed for anyone who is within their first 2 years of a new business to ensure you've got the most important operational, legal and financial structures in place.
Taking time to ask yourself the big questions can be daunting and empowering at the same time. Understanding and prioritising your goals and needs is a valuable step.
With many of our business community made up of building companies, building suppliers and trades people, this is an issue bigger than ProBuild itself. The ripple effect of the demise of such a building giant will leave many of us asking the question ‘how secure is my business and my livelihood?’
As Australia's highest marginal tax bracket impacts more individuals, a growing number of Australians face rising tax obligations due to "bracket creep," where wage growth outpaces tax rate adjustments. This trend is expected to persist, with tax-efficient strategies the backbone for financial advice to help individuals secure long-term wealth.
Discover 9 essential financial planning tips to help new and expecting parents manage the costs of parenthood with confidence and ease.
The Taxable Payments Annual Report (TPAR) is a mandatory report for Australian businesses in certain industries to disclose contractor payments to the ATO by August 28 each year, ensuring accurate tax reporting.
