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Six Tips for Negotiating A Better Interest Rate with Your Lender
Finance
March 29, 2023

Six Tips for Negotiating A Better Interest Rate with Your Lender

Negotiating doesn't have to be difficult, and there are several things you can do to maximise your position and get the lowest possible rate for your home loan. In this blog, we'll outline six great tips to prepare you for negotiating a better rate with your lender.

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Four Tax Deductions Every Property Investor Should Know About
Accounting
March 1, 2023

Four Tax Deductions Every Property Investor Should Know About

"In Australia, there are numerous incentives to encourage consumers to invest in property, especially for rental income purposes. In this article, we'll go through the tax deductions that you should be taking advantage of."

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Our top accounting tips for hospitality businesses
Accounting
February 9, 2023

Our top accounting tips for hospitality businesses

"Starting a hospitality business requires a combination of hands-on skills, a passion for working with people, and adequate funding to get off the ground. But ultimately, a key ingredient in your sustained success and profitability will also depend on having sound accounting practices in place to manage the financial and legal side of your business."

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Seven essential accounting tips for tradies
Accounting
January 12, 2023

Seven essential accounting tips for tradies

Any business owner must keep track of their finances in order to maintain ongoing financial health and the success of their business. Accounting is no less important for tradies, particularly in an economic climate of rising supply costs and tighter cash flow pressures.

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Five tips to improve your chances of home loan approval
Finance
November 24, 2022

Five tips to improve your chances of home loan approval

A home loan application is filled with many hurdles you need to jump. One of the biggest mistakes applicants make is failing to understand all the criteria lenders use to assess your credibility as a borrower. These factors will include anything from your credit score, earning capacity, deposit and debt-to-income ratio on the loan.

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How do I improve my borrowing power?
Finance
September 29, 2022

How do I improve my borrowing power?

Our first home loan is the biggest financial commitment most of us will ever make. After years of renting and saving, you can finally start the journey towards the great Australian dream; owning your own home. Your home loan will dictate what you can afford, whether it’s the property of your dreams or just a property you can afford.

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Eight great tips for sole traders at tax time
Accounting
June 23, 2022

Eight great tips for sole traders at tax time

Tax time as a sole trader can be a stressful experience. Luckily, with a little planning and preparation, you won’t need to dread doing your next tax return. In this blog, you’ll find all the important tax information for sole traders and our eight best tips for minimising your 2022 tax bill.

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Five ways to tackle rising costs in your small business
Business
June 9, 2022

Five ways to tackle rising costs in your small business

Around the world, businesses have been suffering the effects of rising costs. Inflation, the pandemic and the war in Ukraine have mounted pressure on the economy, shifting the bottom line for businesses in all industries.

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12 great tax planning strategies for small businesses
Accounting
May 19, 2022

12 great tax planning strategies for small businesses

Prioritising your taxes until too late can mean you end up missing out on substantial deductions at tax time. For small business, tax planning is an essential part of managing your cash flow and limiting unnecessary expenditure.

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5 tips for managing your business’ cash flow
Business
May 5, 2022

5 tips for managing your business’ cash flow

Effective cash flow management requires constant focus and organisation. Whilst your business may succeed at earning a profit, you can easily find yourself struggling to pay off necessary business costs.

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5 tips for pricing your small business
Business
April 28, 2022

5 tips for pricing your small business

Small business is an emotional rollercoaster, especially when you’re starting out. Your day-to-day work life can change on a whim. One day your calendar is booked out, the next you’re looking for something to do.

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8 tips for getting through the first 30 days of business
Business
April 22, 2022

8 tips for getting through the first 30 days of business

The first month of starting a business is often the hardest. There is so much to do, so many decisions to make and whatever income you make is dwarfed by your mounting expenses.

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