5 questions to ask when you are buying a business

Thinking of acquiring a company? Whether you’re a new entrepreneur, or a seasoned business owner, we’ve got the key questions you need to ask prior to the purchase. Purchasing an existing company is a great way to expand your business empire. You can buy out a close competitor, or dip a toe into a new […]

Proving your ongoing business viability through 5 financial reports

Proving that you’re a viable business. We’ve listed the main reasons why lenders and investors want to see solid financial statements before they invest in you. Whether you’re applying for government subsidies, taking out a business loan or seeking investor support, you need to be able to demonstrate your ongoing viability as a business. To […]

Go walking: keep you and your business healthy

How many business hours do you spend sitting in front of a screen? Being able to run a business from a laptop is an amazing thing. But it does mean that you spend a LOT of time sitting in front of a screen not being very active. Research shows that office workers spend 75% of […]

5 challenges for small business – and how to beat them!

Want to know how to beat the most common business challenges? Here are the five common challenges and the simple ways to overcome them. Founding, building and growing your own small business is a hugely rewarding experience for many entrepreneurs. But the road ahead isn’t always smooth. There are common challenges that crop up and […]

Take care of yourself, not just your business

53% of business owners suffer from stress and anxiety – but it doesn’t have to be that way. Being a business owner can be stressful. When the buck stops with you, it can be easy to let the pressure mount up and to discount your own wellbeing. But taking care of your own mental health […]

The true cost of a new employee

Not paying enough can be surprisingly expensive – the cost of replacing an employee can be much higher than providing a reasonable salary boost. When you’re calculating pay rises, it’s important to think about more than just how much you can afford. You also need to consider the true cost of replacing that employee. Low […]

Do you need to improve the cash flow position for your business?

Turning a profit is at the heart of running any successful company – but without cash flow, you can’t run your day-to-day operations or grow the business. Keeping on top of the financial management of your business can be hard work. It’s possible to have a profitable business that is struggling to find the cash […]

Super Guarantee Rate Rises in July to 11%

The super guarantee rate will rise in July this year to 11%. Have you calculated the extra cost to your business? This rate increase may also affect salary packages. Talk to us now to start preparing for the changes, so you don’t get caught out. In July 2023, the superannuation guarantee statutory rate will rise […]