Nobody wants their business to fail. Although it’s impossible to predict the future with 100% accuracy, a cash flow forecast is a tool that will help you prepare for different possible scenarios in the future. In a nutshell, cash flow forecasting involves estimating how much cash will be coming in and out of your […]
Business Update – 17 May 2023
Welcome to our Weekly Digest – stay in the know with some recent news updates relevant to business and the economy. The good, bad and indifferent of the Federal Budget: a small-business owner’s view The Federal Budget has both positives and negatives for small business owners, such as tax cuts and increased access to capital, […]
What the 2023 Federal Budget means for you
The Australian Government unveiled its annual budget this week, which aims to stimulate economic growth, address long-term challenges, and improve social services. The budget is focused on helping with the cost of living, with tax cuts for middle and low-income earners, while also allocating funding to health, education, and small businesses. If you have […]
Business Update – 10 May 2023
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. Australia to deliver first budget surplus in 15 years Australia is set to deliver its first budget surplus in 15 years, with a small surplus of around A$4 billion for the fiscal year […]
What Is a Chart of Accounts, And Why Does it Matter?
Running a business is no easy feat. You must juggle the demands of your customers along with keeping your records in check. Although most business owners don’t enjoy diving into spreadsheets and number crunching, keeping track of all the money that goes in and out is imperative, as it provides valuable insights into the business’s […]
How to gain confidence as a new bookkeeper
Does this sound familiar? You’re starting a bookkeeping business or recently got started as a bookkeeper and you’re struggling with self-doubt and lack of confidence. If so, you’re not alone. It’s normal to have fears about the future. I can empathize because I have been there, frozen with fear and scared out of my mind […]
Unlocking the secrets of small business cash flow
When it comes to running a small business, maintaining small business cash flow is essential for sustainability and growth. Your business can be incredibly profitable but still ultimately fail because of improper cash flow management. To prevent that from happening, here are some best practices that can help you better manage your cash flow […]
Business Update – 26 April 2023
Welcome back to our Weekly Digest. Read on for the latest updates and some ideas to help us all move forward. Why the RBA should not use interest rates to target the housing market or debt A panel reviewing the Reserve Bank of Australia RBA has recommended against using interest rates to target the […]
Will Your Tax Bracket Change in 2023?
Due to record-high inflation rates, Americans have watched prices soar over the past two years. Unfortunately, these same increases haven’t come in the form of raises or other income increases, which has left many people in severe financial hardship. Although many of the tax breaks that the government established at the beginning of the COVID-19 […]
What is a balance sheet and how does it help me manage my finances?
You’ve likely heard the phrase “in the black.” Your balance sheet is the tool that shows you whether your business is indeed “in the black.” Your balance sheet includes a section for your assets (things you own or will receive that have value), your liabilities (what you owe to others) and equity (retained earnings […]