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With strong commodity prices and continued innovation in the agricultural sector, many agribusinesses are looking ahead to a positive 2024–25. While seasonal variation and cost pressures remain, proactive tax planning can help Victorian farmers maximise profitability and prepare for future challenges. Here are a few key farm tax and planning strategies to keep in mind…

If you operate a discretionary trust (also known as a family trust), there’s a crucial deadline approaching that could significantly impact your tax bill. To avoid unnecessary tax of up to 47% on your trust’s income, you must prepare and sign a Trust Distribution Resolution before 30 June 2025. Here’s why it matters — and…

If you operate your business through a discretionary or family trust, there’s a smart strategy you should consider before 30 June 2025 — using a bucket company to cap your tax rate. This approach could significantly reduce the amount of tax you pay on trust profits, and it’s one that many business owners are taking…

When it comes to building long-term wealth, superannuation is one of the most powerful tools available to Australians. But beyond preparing for retirement, your super can also help you save on tax if you know how to use it effectively. One of the best strategies available in the lead-up to 30 June 2025 is making…

Tax planning takes advantage of lawful and strategic ways to minimise tax liabilities this financial year and in future years. While it may minimise taxes in any given financial year, tax planning works best when used as part of a long-term financial strategy. This post will outline some tax planning considerations for businesses and individuals…

Tax planning isn’t something you set and forget. Your strategy needs regular attention with changing regulations, business growth, and new opportunities. That’s why ongoing conversations with your accountant matter, ensuring you are proactive with your tax planning. Why regular tax planning makes a difference As your accountant and tax advisor, our goal is to help…

Your people are one of your business’s most critical assets. But are you doing everything you can to provide a supportive workplace that also drives performance and growth? This article explores practical ways to evolve your business, starting with your team. Investing in your employee experience isn’t just the right thing to do—it also enhances…

In the current fast-changing business landscape, unforeseen challenges can arise at any time. A well-structured business plan helps business owners navigate uncertainty, identify opportunities, and mitigate risks. It provides clarity, ensuring you’re prepared for any crisis while keeping your business on track for success. Why Now Is the Best Time to Create a Business Plan…

If you’re struggling to achieve the results you want, you may be missing a key element of The Results Mindset formula. This approach ensures that ideas are implemented, goals are achieved, and desired outcomes become a reality. The Formula for Achieving Results Decisions x Actions x Accountability = Results 1: Decisions: Defining Your Focus What…

Running a business can often feel overwhelming. Long hours creep in, stress levels rise, and work starts affecting your personal life. If you’re feeling out of control, it’s time to regain balance and take charge of your business. So, how do you achieve greater financial, time, and mental freedom? The key lies in three essential…

With the start of a new year, businesses often ask how they can use strategic planning to drive success. Strategic planning is more than just goal setting; it’s about creating a clear path to achieve your overarching outcomes and ensuring every step contributes to that bigger picture. Read on to discover how a solid strategy…

Strategic planning is the process of developing and documenting the direction for your business. It considers where you are now, where you want to be, and how you’re going to get there – even in the face of unexpected challenges (like a pandemic). If you don’t have a strategic plan in place, this should be…