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March 31, 2022

Question of the month: contractor vs employee

Whether a worker qualifies as a contractor or an employee is a common source of confusion among small business owners. There are some common misconceptions around […]
March 31, 2022

Have you made the move to General Purpose Financial Statements? If not, here’s what you need to know.

If you have been preparing Special Purpose Financial Statements (SPFS), it’s important to check whether you are impacted by the replacement of these with General Purpose […]
March 31, 2022

The cryptocurrency regulation debate

With cryptocurrency an ever-growing phenomenon, it’s no surprise that some are calling for greater regulation and clarity surrounding the rules (however counterintuitive this may seem considering […]
February 28, 2022

Important changes to ATO policy on discretionary trusts

By David Downie, Partner  28 February 2022 Last Wednesday the ATO released four new pieces of guidance in relation to discretionary (family) trusts that demonstrate a […]
February 27, 2022

Cloud accounting with Xero and its App Marketplace

Anyone who remembers shoving handfuls of business receipts into shoeboxes, or dutifully plugging them away into spreadsheets one by one, has most likely welcomed the age […]
February 10, 2022

NSW Small Business Support in February

As the impacts of the surge in Omicron cases catch up with many small businesses around NSW, the premier announced a Small Business Support package that […]
January 31, 2022

Strategic Planning Tips

By David Downie, Partner Late last year, Mark and I invested the time to attend a strategy retreat for 3 days in Merimbula with the help […]
January 31, 2022

Mark’s recent podcast on investing, ETFs, crypto and more

With Mark Copsey, Director, Allworths Wealth Management  The podcast I was interviewed on at the end of last year covered some of today’s most relevant topics […]
January 30, 2022

NSW Small Business Fees and Charges Rebate

With the recent surge in Omicron cases, Australia is certainly feeling the effects of COVID-19 two years on from its first arrival in Australia. It’s a […]
December 19, 2021

Investing year in review by Mark Copsey

By Mark Copsey, Partner In this final article of the year I thought it would be interesting to share with you some of the investments I […]
November 29, 2021

Announcing our new free resource: the Small Business Playbook 2021

Have you recently launched a new business or started thinking about it? Running a business can be a hugely rewarding and fulfilling experience, but it comes […]
November 29, 2021

Action required: Apply for your Director Identification Number

What is required? As part of a new director requirement, all directors must verify their identity by applying for a unique director identification number. This includes […]
November 29, 2021

A beginner’s guide to investing [Part 4]

If I’d known at 25 what I know now By Mark Copsey, Partner The past three articles in this series have hopefully provided the theory behind investing, […]
October 28, 2021

Louise Gould: A reflection on the past 20 years with Allworths

This month Louise celebrated her 20 year anniversary with Allworths and we congratulated her on this monumental milestone! Feel free to send her a message of […]
October 28, 2021

Online panel video: Thinking like a bigger business with 3 inspiring guest founders

In October Mark Copsey had the opportunity to interview three brilliant young founders of up-and-coming Aussie technology companies: Share with Oscar, a car space sharing marketplace […]
October 28, 2021

A beginner’s guide to investing [Part 3]

The psychology of investing By Mark Copsey, Partner In this third installment of my ‘beginner’s guide to investing’ series, we explore the psychology of making investment […]
October 7, 2021

Anyone can manage their business finances better: attend our upcoming Spark Fest event for “DiY CFOs”

We’re excited to be hosting an upcoming event on October 21 for Spark Festival on “CFO thinking” for startup founders and small business owners. We’ll hear […]
September 28, 2021

A beginner’s guide to investing [Part 2]

By Mark Copsey, Director at Allworths Wealth Management   If you missed Part 1 last month, it’s worth starting there by clicking here. Last time, I […]
February 5, 2024

Crafting Your Own New Year’s Business Resolution In 2024

With business operations underway, a new calendar year presents a perfect opportunity for entrepreneurs and business professionals to reflect on the past and set the stage […]
February 20, 2024

Explaining The New Reporting Regime For The Sharing Economy

The Sharing Economy Reporting Regime (SERR) represents a significant development in Australia’s tax landscape, requiring certain businesses operating in the sharing economy to report specific transactions […]
February 20, 2024

Closing The Gap: Gender & Superannuation

There exists a persistent and concerning gender gap in superannuation. Women often find themselves disadvantaged compared to their male counterparts when building wealth for their golden […]
February 26, 2024

Common Challenges Businesses Face (And Strategies To Face Them With)

Starting and running a business is an exhilarating journey filled with opportunities for growth and success. However, along the way, entrepreneurs inevitably encounter trials and tribulations […]
March 4, 2024

Fringe Benefits Tax Considerations For Australian Businesses

For businesses operating in Australia, navigating the intricacies of the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) is essential to ensure compliance with tax regulations and minimise financial liabilities. […]
March 11, 2024

5 Factors To Guide Your Superannuation Fund Choice

Selecting the right superannuation fund is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your financial future in retirement.  With numerous options available, it’s essential to understand […]
March 18, 2024

Holiday Hustle: Crafting Engaging Content for April’s Festive Occasions

As April rolls around, businesses have a perfect opportunity to refresh their content marketing strategies and engage with their audience in new and exciting ways.  With […]
March 21, 2024

Why Is Good Record-Keeping Important For Your SMSF?

The management of a self-managed super fund (SMSF) comes with various responsibilities attached, including the critical task of record-keeping.  One of the primary reasons for maintaining […]
March 21, 2024

What Is Compassionate Release of Super?

Generally speaking, superannuation is only available to access or draw from once you reach your preservation age. However, limited and highly conditional options are available for […]