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What Should Your Bookkeeper Actually Be Doing for Your Business?

When it comes to running a business, your bookkeeper plays a far more important role than simply handling the numbers. In fact, a great bookkeeper becomes a vital partner in helping you stay financially healthy, compliant with tax laws, and focused on growth — especially if you’re a small to medium-sized business on the Gold Coast. So, what should your bookkeeper actually be doing for… Read More »What Should Your Bookkeeper Actually Be Doing for Your Business?

Avoid These 5 BAS Reporting Errors That Could Cost Your Business

When it comes to running a business, there are a lot of moving parts to manage. One of the most important responsibilities for any Australian business owner is ensuring accurate Business Activity Statement (BAS) reporting. Unfortunately, BAS errors are more common than you might think, and they can result in penalties, lost money, and unnecessary stress. As a trusted Gold Coast bookkeeper and registered BAS… Read More »Avoid These 5 BAS Reporting Errors That Could Cost Your Business

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5 Financial Habits That Help Small Business Owners Sleep Better at Night

Running a small business on the Gold Coast is both rewarding and challenging. Between managing clients, staff, and growth, financial management can often feel overwhelming. However, adopting smart financial habits can help Gold Coast small business owners achieve peace of mind and ensure long-term success. Here are five essential financial habits tailored to the unique needs of Gold Coast businesses: 1. Maintain Separate Business and… Read More »5 Financial Habits That Help Small Business Owners Sleep Better at Night

DIY vs. Professional Bookkeeping: What’s Right for Your Gold Coast Startup?

Starting a business on the Gold Coast is an exciting journey filled with opportunity—but it also brings new responsibilities, especially around managing your finances. One of the first big decisions many founders face is: Should I handle my own bookkeeping, or hire a professional Gold Coast bookkeeper? Let’s explore both options so you can make the best choice for your business. What Is Bookkeeping? Bookkeeping… Read More »DIY vs. Professional Bookkeeping: What’s Right for Your Gold Coast Startup?

Could US tariffs be good news for Aussie home owners?

Tariff-triggered cuts to interest rates could be just around the corner, with Australian borrowers the likely winners if they come to fruition. US trade policies have hit media headlines this month following Donald Trump’s controversial tariff announcements on 2 April. The flow of tariff announcements coming out of the US has rattled share markets globally, driven by uncertainty plus fears of an economic slowdown in the… Read More »Could US tariffs be good news for Aussie home owners?

Election 2025: what’s on offer for first home buyers?

Australians will head to the polls on May 3, and with housing affordability shaping up as a key election issue, we unpack how the two major parties are pledging to help first home buyers. Housing affordability has reached boiling point. Both Labor and the Coalition agree on this. But they’re offering different solutions for first home buyers. As polling day approaches, we break down what’s… Read More »Election 2025: what’s on offer for first home buyers?

Home owners notch up gains of $230,000 in just 5 years

Did you know that the average home owner saw their property’s value rise $46,000 per year over the past five years? Today we’ll look at ways you could put that recent increase in equity to further use. The five years since 2020 have seen plenty of action. From the pandemic (let’s not go there again), through to a change in government, and some notably wild… Read More »Home owners notch up gains of $230,000 in just 5 years

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The ATO’s Digital Transformation: What It Means for Your Business

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has been making big changes in recent years, moving many of its services online. With tools like myGov, online portals, and real-time reporting systems, managing your tax obligations is becoming faster and more efficient. For Australian business owners, this shift brings both opportunities and challenges. In this blog, we’ll break down how the ATO’s digital changes are affecting compliance, the… Read More »The ATO’s Digital Transformation: What It Means for Your Business

Why 1-in-2 families are thinking of refinancing

The RBA may have swiped left on an April rate cut, but plenty of home owners are taking matters into their own hands by refinancing to save on interest with a lower rate. There’s nothing like a rate cut to put a spring in home owners’ steps. February’s 0.25% rate cut, for instance, saw consumer sentiment jump to a three-year high. But with the Reserve Bank of… Read More »Why 1-in-2 families are thinking of refinancing

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Managing Debt and Credit: Bookkeeping Tips for Healthy Finances

Running a business in Australia comes with its fair share of financial challenges, especially when it comes to managing debt and credit. With economic uncertainties and rising costs, keeping your finances in check is more important than ever. In this blog, we’ll share practical strategies for tracking and managing business debt, explain why credit control and cash flow forecasting are crucial, and recommend tools to… Read More »Managing Debt and Credit: Bookkeeping Tips for Healthy Finances