Capricorn Enterprise have released their latest Regional Economic Report which has been updated with recent unemployment, building and industry data from a variety of statistical sources. Highlights include the March quarter 2023 showing unemployment rates were still historically low (3.5%) and the number of persons in the labour force increased (67,921 persons). You can view the full report by clicking this link. And if you’re pressed for time, this easy
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Aug 2023
What is the best business structure for you?
No matter what stage your business is in or the type of business you operate, it is critical to have the right business structure in place for many reasons, including to safeguard your personal and business assets, minimise risk and tax implications and optimise returns. Each business structure has its own benefits and risks as well as criteria and regulatory requirements, which should be considered before adopting a business structure
Both new and established investment properties attract depreciation deductions for their owners, however, there are differences in what owners are eligible to claim. Read on to better understand the differences in depreciation eligibility between new and established investment properties! Depreciation overview Depreciation is the natural wear and tear of a property and the assets within it over time. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) allows owners of income-producing properties to claim
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Feb 2023
More pay for hardworking professionals
On 20 January 2023, the Fair Work Commission handed down a decision that will entitle professional employees covered by the Professional Employees Award 2020 to receive penalty rates for additional and unsociable hours of work. This includes professionals in engineering, science, information technology, and quality auditing. The intention of this decision is to address the low pay of certain professional full-time employees who are required to work significant additional hours
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Dec 2022
MISS THE DEADLINE FOR DIRECTOR IDENTIFICATION NUMBER REGISTRATION? IT MAY NOT BE TOO LATE!
All company directors are required to register for a Director Identification Number (DIN), and with the original deadline of 30 November now passed, many company directors are left exposed to compliance action by the ATO. Just how many are you wondering? Current estimates are around 700,000…! The IDs are being introduced to crack down on “dummy directors” and company Phoenixing; an occurrence that sees an entity declare bankruptcy, insolvency, or
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Sep 2022
Spotting a Phishing Scam
Did you know that one in every 99 emails is a phishing email? Are your team members aware of the red flags that a crafty phishing email exhibits? Only one careless click is needed to expose your sensitive client data to malicious actors. Ensure that your team knows common red flags to look out for in a phishing email with this handy infographic: Source: practiceprotect.com
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Jul 2021
10 steps to get your online start-up humming
The logistics of starting a business from scratch can appear near impossible to navigate, everybody knows that starting a business can be tough, including for online businesses, where the delivery may seem simpler but the planning is just as demanding. But if you are on the business industry you have to know all the cutting-edge information for reason check how the video marketing industry is changing and how TikTok beats
An effective payroll management or a smooth-running payroll system is vital to the success of any small business, but how to achieve a better payroll management? Staff payment problems can lead to low morale, poor productivity and perhaps even a government audit. Find out how to avoid common mistakes when it comes to paying your employees after you read the steps on how to form an llc in arizona. Payroll
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Sep 2020
How to Pick Online Accounting Software
nline accounting software can tackle one of the ugly headaches for eager freelancers: taking care of your money. We’ve talked about the ins and outs of freelance finances, but we haven’t talked about how to track those finances. Choosing an online accounting software for your freelance business can be a nightmare. Consider hiring managed it services for assistance or you could consider contacting Online review monitoring services. Once upon a
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Aug 2020
Is Your Website Knocking It Out Of The Park?
You don’t have to be a web design expert to understand that effective sites don’t just happen. Simply building one won’t create marketing magic and draw in customers. The good news is that knocking out a home run with your website design while also working with a logo maker for your business (and engaging customers) and using facebook lead generation to advertise your business probably isn’t as tough as you