by Cindy Su | Sep 11, 2025 | All, Business, Tax and Accounting
Falling behind on your Business Activity Statement (BAS) lodgments can be stressful, especially when the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) issues penalties. Whether it’s a missed deadline or an unpaid balance, the consequences can affect your cashflow and put...
by Ed Chan | Sep 8, 2025 | All, Tax and Accounting
Finding balance between enjoying life and managing your finances wisely can often feel like a juggling act. You want to live in the moment, experience the things you love, and create lasting memories—but at the same time, you don’t want to overspend or compromise your...
by Ed Chan | Sep 3, 2025 | Business, Property, Tax and Accounting
After more than 40 years of advising families, I’ve seen many parents make the mistake of gifting money to their children. It may feel generous to give them a deposit for their first home or provide a loan to help with a purchase, but this can easily backfire. With...
by Ed Chan | Aug 28, 2025 | All, Business, Property
It’s easy to get distracted by daily price changes. Over time, though, share prices tend to follow the strength of the business behind them. Share Prices Reflect Business Fundamentals When you invest in shares, it’s easy to get distracted by daily price changes. But...
by Cindy Su | Aug 19, 2025 | All, Business
Online selling has become one of the fastest-growing ways to run a business, both for Australians and for overseas sellers reaching Australian customers. Whether you sell physical products, digital goods, or services, it’s important to understand your tax obligations....
by Cindy Su | Aug 14, 2025 | All, Business, Property
If you own and lease out commercial property, understanding your GST and BAS obligations is key to staying compliant and managing your finances well. Unlike residential landlords, commercial property lessors often deal with GST on rent and outgoings, which means you...
by Cindy Su | Aug 6, 2025 | All, Business
If you’re a sole trader, you might be wondering if you need to lodge a Business Activity Statement (BAS). Understanding your BAS obligations is essential to stay on the right side of the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and avoid costly mistakes. Here’s what you need...
by Cindy Su | Jul 31, 2025 | All, Business, Property
If you use a property to run your business—whether you own it, lease it, or use part of your home—it’s important to understand how that affects your taxes. The way you use property can change what you can claim, how you report your income, and what happens if you sell...
by Cindy Su | Jul 24, 2025 | All, Business
For every small business in Australia that’s registered for GST, preparing and lodging a Business Activity Statement (BAS) is a must. Staying compliant with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) means lodging on time, reporting accurately, and keeping your records in...
by Cindy Su | Jul 21, 2025 | All, Business
Running an online business in Australia—whether you sell on Amazon, Shopify, eBay, or your own website—means staying on top of your GST obligations. If you’re registered for GST, claiming GST credits on eligible business expenses can significantly reduce how...
