FEDERAL BUDGET 2015/16 – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Small businesses, jobs and families were front and centre in this year’s budget, which focused on plans to restore confidence in the economy.  Here we take a look at what the key changes are. It’s important to note that the Budget announcements are still proposals at...

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN APPLYING FOR A BUSINESS LOAN

One of the most common places we look at when it comes to financing options for our business, are banks, lenders or commercial financiers.  All these guys are in turn looking for profitable clients. Anyone new to the process can find applying for a business loan quite...

LUMP SUM VS INCOME STREAM

One big question as you’re planning for retirement is whether to take your super as a lump sum or set up an income stream. The correct choice for your individual needs can literally be worth a fortune.   With the various transition to retirement options that have come...

IS LOW INTEREST CAR FINANCE A GOOD DEAL?

Owning a car has not become a luxury, but a necessity. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Motor Vehicle Census (MVC) in 2014 reached to a whopping 17.6 million vehicles registered in Australia which is 2.6% higher than the number of registrations for...

CONSIDERING A FRANCHISE? GET SPECIALISED ADVICE

Franchising as a concept has been very well accepted in Australia and there are now more than 1,000 franchising systems offering almost every product or service. There is a misconception however, that buying a franchise is a sure path to business success. Many...