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Simplified Superannuation(?) - Final Decisions

by

Darren Johns

In this year’s Federal Budget, the Treasurer outlined plans to reform Australia’s superannuation system.

On September 5th 2006 (after several back-flips, u-turns and more than one "oh really?"), the Treasurer confirmed that the Government will proceed with its intention to reform the superannuation system as outlined in the Budget.

We are pleased to provide you with a summary of these changes. Read More »

Using Financial Ratios to Manage your Business

by

Peter Lever

Your business’ balance sheet and income statement are essential, but they are only the starting point for successful financial management.
Using ratio analysis on your financial statements you can analyse the success, failure, and progress of your business
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Home Buyers Better off after Refinancing

by

John McCuaig

A growing number of home buyers are refinancing their home loans and gaining benefits such as lower interest rates, the latest MIAA/BankWest Home Finance Survey has found. Read More »

When is Accommodation and Travel tax deductible?

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Mark Giles

Travel expenses from home to work are generally not an allowable deduction. Read More »

Some Common Mistakes made by Investors

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Darren Johns

There has been a lot of discussion in the media recently on the lack of retirement savings of many working Australians. Whether its your superannuation or other investments, mistakes along the way can lead to significant reductions in the returns your receive from your investments. This article looks at some common mistakes that can have an impact of your long term investment returns.
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