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A Tale of Two SMEs: What Distinguishes a Growing Business From a Declining One?

26/03/2018

BY PETER LANGHAM

What are the attributes of an SME that is growing, and how do they differ from a business with static or declining revenue?

Twice a year, when more…

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Asset Valuations and the Contribution Caps

23/03/2018

By Steve Burnham

Asset valuations and the contribution caps are both contentious issues, with many SMSFs failing to regularly update their asset valuations and some auditors turning a blind eye….

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Selling a Business? Don’t Forget the “Going Concern” GST Exemption

22/03/2018

By Steve Burnham

The concept of a “going concern” exemption for the purposes of the goods and services tax (GST) can still cause confusion when businesses are sold.

The sale…

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It’s Not a Great Idea to Use Your Mate’s ABN

21/03/2018

By Max Newnham

Among the many changes introduced with the GST, one of the more far reaching income tax changes was the establishment of the Australian Business Number system. From July 1,…

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Call to Hit Contractors With Pension Levy if They Don’t Pay Superannuation

20/03/2018

By Rod Myer

Independent contractors earning $90,000 or more who do not make superannuation contributions should be hit with a levy to help fund the age pension, says a new report from the…

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Consumers Need to Be Able to Compare Super Funds

19/03/2018

By John Collett

Consumers need to have online access to tables showing how their super fund returns compare to others and it needs to be free.

One of the…

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Airbnb and the Australian Tax System

16/03/2018

By Wei Shiek

Wei Shiek navigates through the myriad of tax issues of Airbnb and the Australian tax system*

Airbnb is one of many examples of the “sharing economy” —…

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Setting Up Superannuation for Children

15/03/2018

By:  George Cochrane

Regarding your response to a reader a few weeks ago, K.E. on January 28, about investing $20,000 into superannuation accounts for each of his children. I…

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Travel Allowances (and Retaining the Exception to Substantiate)

13/03/2018

By: Steve Burnham

A travel allowance is a payment made to employees to cover accommodation, food, drink or incidental expenses they incur when they travel away from their home overnight…

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Claiming Lost Super Back From the ATO Will Help Build Your Retirement Balance

12/03/2018

By: Rod Myer

Claiming back lost super held by the Australian Taxation Office could add $4200 to your retirement savings, according to new research.

Research house Rice Warner has found that the amount…

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  • Jonathan Fambart

    Business Tax – Travel Industry

    Cruz & Co was introduced to me this year and it was the best decision for my sole trader and personal taxation affairs. Ritchie the…

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    Director, Travel Company Operations

    Ritchie Cruz and Co are accommodating and have excellent service.

    Cruz & Co have impressed me the most is due to their efficient service.  They are…

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    Restaurant Owner

    Ritchie Cruz is my Accountant. We have a solid 10 year relationship.

    Ritchie as always provide me with honest and efficient service.

    Is a great communicator, always replies efficiently to…

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    Business Tax – Beauty Salon 

    Ritchie has been managing my tax matters as a sole trader for 2 years+. Always very responsive to my questions and make effort to reply…

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    Director
    Automotive Parts Retailing business

    Cruz & Co offer a great professional and friendly service. Ritchie gave me confidence running the business knowing that he was readily available for…

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    Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry

    Ritchie was recommended to me by my father and I have also continued to recommend him to my friends. He is reliable, efficient and has a…

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    Business Tax – Electrical Contractors

    Ritchie is awesome. He is very professional and responsive and he is always there to help you. He even replies during weekend. He needs some…

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    Director, Technical Design Company

    This is a new business startup and Cruz&Co. have provided great help, guidance and reassurance from the beginning.

    Ritchie has provided us with excellent service and…

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  • Zac Fryer

    Director, Import and Distribution Company

    Ritchie Cruz provides and high level of accounting expertise and goes above and beyond in answering any queries we have.

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  • Daniel Robey

    I have and continue to recommend Cruz and Co to many businesses and individuals who are looking for a business advisor and accountant that goes over and above…

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