How to avoid the holiday slump

The summer holidays may be a period of increased sales for some businesses, but for many, it can be a quiet time with a heavily reduced cash flow. Staying ahead financially, if you are the latter, can be difficult which is why you should consider the following: Use it to your advantage A lull in…

Super housing legislation

The First Home Super Saver (FHSS) Scheme and the downsizing contributions into superannuation measures passed Parliament on 13 December 2017. As of 1 July 2017, individuals can make voluntary concessional and non-concessional contributions into their super fund as part of the FHSS Scheme. The scheme may help first home buyers save faster due to the…

Earning income from the sharing economy

The holiday season is a peak time for activities in the sharing economy to increase. During this time those participating in the sharing economy must not forget their tax obligations. The most common sharing economy activities around the festive season include: – Providing ride-sourcing services for a fare. – Completing jobs or errands for payment.…

Getting out of small business debt

Managing debt in your small business is essential in maintaining the financial health of your business as well as preventing bankruptcy. Consider the following tips to ensure your small business debts do not spiral out of control: Reshuffle or remove expenses Reviewing your expenses is one of the first steps to take when tackling debt.…

Managing work-life balance

Maintaining a healthy work-life balance may seem impossible as a business owner, but it is achievable, if not, necessary in running a successful business. Not carving out time and space to enjoy your personal life, such as spending time with loved ones, exercising, travelling or enjoying your hobbies, can have a negative impact on your…