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Fund my business: 6 ways to get started Discover options for getting a new business funded so that your fledgling organisation can get the best possible start in life.

Before you can start generating revenue, you may need to spend money first. Depending on your business model that could be very little, but in some cases it could be significant.

No matter what investment is required up front, there are a few key options of where it could come from.

Here are five different potential sources of funding for your business, as well as their benefits and drawbacks. Read more
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Counting down to June 30 It’s been a year of change like no other and that extends to tax and superannuation. As the end of the financial year approaches, now is a good time to check some new and not so new ways to reduce tax and boost your savings. Read more
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Why good records are the best defence when the tax man knocks As the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) turns its attention to businesses and individuals who have used COVID-related support programs, many taxpayers are likely to find themselves on the tax man’s radar. Read more
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Calculating your working from home deductions. New tax shortcut! With many people now working from home because of COVID-19, some of the expenses your employer normally covers – such as electricity, heating and cooling – are coming out of your pocket instead. Read more
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Finding safe harbour when business is rough Australia’s economy is growing at a slower pace than many would like, with small businesses in some sectors doing it tough. Recognising the warning signs of potential insolvency is key to trading through difficult times. Read more