macmillans.com.au/ Articles en 19/04/2011 4:26:12 PM http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/ato-compliance-targets.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/ato-compliance-targets.html Leading up to the end of the financial year, the ATO has highlighted a number of areas that it will focus on in its compliance activities for small business. The ATO has divided the small business sector into three segments: Individuals with an estimated worth of $30m+ Individuals with an estimated worth of $5m to $30m ... Thu, 14 Feb 2013 10:39:12 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/conflict-management.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/conflict-management.html Conflicts are stressful, however realise that they offer a significant chance to grow and improve both as an individual and a business owner. Conflict within a business can be with a customer, employee, supplier, or partner. Disagreements, no matter how large or small, are disrupting. The more the issue escalates, the more damaging it... Tue, 05 Feb 2013 14:45:36 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/choosing-an-accountant.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/choosing-an-accountant.html Choosing an accountant is an important decision. The right accountant can help you save time, money, and grow your wealth. Your accountant could have a significant impact on your personal finances or on your business. It’s vital to work with a practice that is trustworthy and experienced. Everyone knows accountants help with... Tue, 05 Feb 2013 14:34:58 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/small-business-tax-concessions.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/small-business-tax-concessions.html With the 2012-2013 financial year end only months away, now is a good time to plan ahead and take advantage of the small business tax offsets. The tax concessions, announced by the Government in last years Federal Budget, may increase the depreciation deduction for small businesses, which in turn may reduce the taxable income in a high... Thu, 31 Jan 2013 14:39:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/rba-drops-cash-rate.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/rba-drops-cash-rate.html At its meeting today, the Board decided to lower the cash rate by 50 basis points to 3.75 per cent, effective 2 May 2012. Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/dividend-franking-of-smsfs.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/dividend-franking-of-smsfs.html Despite 25 years since its inception in the Australian tax system, there is still a cloud of confusion surrounding the dividend imputation system or the "franking dividend". Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/ato-closing-in-on-tax-cheats.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/ato-closing-in-on-tax-cheats.html With tax time looming, the Australian Taxation Office has announced tough new measure to clamp down on tax evasion. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/more-power-to-hold-refunds.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/more-power-to-hold-refunds.html Proposed legislation that would provide the ATO with increased power to withhold tax refunds could potentially affect the cash flow of small to medium enterprises. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/business-name-registrations-set-to-change.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/business-name-registrations-set-to-change.html The way business name registrations are managed in Australia is about to change. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/how-does-your-business-compare-.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/how-does-your-business-compare-.html Will the ATO benchmarks bring you unwanted compliance attention? Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/private-heath-insurance-rebate-changes.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/private-heath-insurance-rebate-changes.html Will your premium be affected? Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/don-t-try-and-avoid-the-tax-man-.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/don-t-try-and-avoid-the-tax-man-.html The Government has announced that it will amend the general anti-avoidance provisions in the tax law. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/how-healthy-is-your-deed-.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/how-healthy-is-your-deed-.html It's time to check everything is in order. Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/rba-leaves-cash-rate-unchanged.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/rba-leaves-cash-rate-unchanged.html At its meeting today, the Board decided to leave the cash rate unchanged at 4.25 per cent. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/james-ryan-admitted-as-solicitor.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/james-ryan-admitted-as-solicitor.html Macmillans Waller Fry - Solicitors is pleased to announce that James Ryan has been admitted as a solicitor. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/beware-the-price-shopper-.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/beware-the-price-shopper-.html Most business try to sell on value... but what happens when a customer shops based on price? Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/is-your-superannuation-in-order-.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/is-your-superannuation-in-order-.html ATO set to target superannuation default in small companies Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/government-launches-property-security-register.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/government-launches-property-security-register.html A new initiative to make securing assets easier. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/how-good-is-your-home-loan-.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/how-good-is-your-home-loan-.html One of our recommended finance brokers has seen the best variable rate offered at this time at about 6.30%. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/back-to-school----claim-your-expenses-.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/back-to-school----claim-your-expenses-.html Education Tax Refund essentials for 2012. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/the-ato-is-watching--credit-and-debit-card-data.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/the-ato-is-watching--credit-and-debit-card-data.html The ATO has ramped up its supervision of credit and debit card transactions. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/timely-reminder-on-personal-services-income.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/timely-reminder-on-personal-services-income.html Are you sure of your PSI status? Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/is-your-online-presence-protected-.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/is-your-online-presence-protected-.html Your customer database may be at risk... Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/want-good-insurance-cover--best-speak-with-the-experts---.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/want-good-insurance-cover--best-speak-with-the-experts---.html We all face the risk of a debilitating, if temporary, loss of our income. Are you covered? Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/your-next-worker-is-overseas---.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/your-next-worker-is-overseas---.html Rethinking your staffing model Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/the-importance-of-marketing.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/the-importance-of-marketing.html Financial success often depends on marketing ability. Sat, 26 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/a-definition-of-charity---consultation-paper.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/a-definition-of-charity---consultation-paper.html The government is reviewing charity tax concessions. Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/small-business-depreciation-changes.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/small-business-depreciation-changes.html Changes are in the wind for small business depreciation. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/monetary-policy-decision.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/monetary-policy-decision.html Rate cut for Melbourne Cup day! Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/stamp-duty-change-hits-first-home-buyers-hard.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/stamp-duty-change-hits-first-home-buyers-hard.html The NSW Government last night announced its budget. In an attempt to stimulate the new home market (and therefore the building industry), the government has announced that from 1 January 2012, exemption from stamp duty for first home buyers will only apply to new homes (including substantially renovated homes and vacant land). Wed, 07 Sep 2011 15:45:59 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/pro-active-hr---er---avoid-non-compliance-penalties.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/pro-active-hr---er---avoid-non-compliance-penalties.html With just a few weeks of the financial year left, it is a good time to check on your employment relations situation and avoid falling prey to the penalties of non-compliance. Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/education-tax-refund.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/education-tax-refund.html What is it? The Education Tax Refund (ETR) is designed to help with the cost of educating primary and secondary school children. Eligible parents, carers, legal guardians and independent students are able to claim money back on certain education expenses. Who is Eligible? 1) Parents, Carers & Legal Guardians You can claim... Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/rba-leaves-official-cash-rate-unchanged.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/rba-leaves-official-cash-rate-unchanged.html At its meeting today, the Board decided to leave the cash rate unchanged at 4.75 per cent. Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/deductions-for-study-and-job-seeking-expenses-now-available.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/deductions-for-study-and-job-seeking-expenses-now-available.html A recent high court decision means that you may now be able to claim a tax deduction for study and job seeking expenses. Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/2011-annual-award-review-decision.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/2011-annual-award-review-decision.html A Full Bench of Fair Work Australia has this morning handed down the Annual Wage Review Decision. Fri, 03 Jun 2011 12:11:46 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/timesaver-plus---a-new-service-from-macmillans-waller-fry.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/timesaver-plus---a-new-service-from-macmillans-waller-fry.html Do you spend too much time on your bookkeeping? Well, we have just the solution for you... Wed, 04 May 2011 16:52:19 +1000 http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/employee-relations---modern-award-transitional-provision.html http://www.macmillans.com.au/articles/employee-relations---modern-award-transitional-provision.html Confused about the transitional provisions in your Modern Award? Tue, 19 Apr 2011 16:26:12 +1000