Category: Small Business Tips

  • Franchise Freedom: 5 Ways It Boosts Your Business, and 5 Ways Your Accountant Guides You

    Franchise Freedom: 5 Ways It Boosts Your Business, and 5 Ways Your Accountant Guides You

    Hey guys, Nathan here. I want to dive into a topic that could be a game-changer for your business journey: Purchasing a Franchise. It’s an exciting venture that offers many benefits, but before you take the plunge, it’s crucial to consult your accountant. Let’s explore the 5 benefits of buying a franchise and the 5…

  • Claiming Work from Home Expenses on Your 2022/2023 Income Tax Return

    Claiming Work from Home Expenses on Your 2022/2023 Income Tax Return

    Have you considered the new ATO requirements for recording your Work from Home hours? Did you know that there has been changes to the rates for Working from Home deductions? Hey guys, Nathan here, and as we start to get some enquiries to complete our client’s 2022/2023 Income Tax Returns, I thought I would revisit…

  • 5 Reasons to Consult your Accountant before Changing from Sole Trader to a Company

    5 Reasons to Consult your Accountant before Changing from Sole Trader to a Company

    Here are 5 reasons to talk with your accountant before considering the change. In the world of small to medium-sized businesses in Australia, there often comes a point where the decision to transition from being a sole trader to establishing a company structure needs to be considered. Hey, Kathryn here. I wanted to discuss one…

  • Starting a New Employee?

    Starting a New Employee?

    6 Compelling Reasons to Consult Your Accountant before Starting a New Employee Hello everyone, it’s Sue. I thought it might be a great idea at this time of year, to discuss putting on a new employee, and in this blog post, I thought I would highlight 6 reasons why contacting NGR Accounting before employing a…

  • When should I talk to my accountant? When you’re Buying Big

    When should I talk to my accountant? When you’re Buying Big

    Hey guys, Nathan here… I thought I would take some time to discuss Capital Expenditure. As a business owner, I know that making decisions on capital expenses can be challenging. It is essential to consider these expenses carefully as they can have a significant impact on your business’s financial health. This is why it’s important…

  • What is PPSR? And Why is it Good for My Business

    What is PPSR? And Why is it Good for My Business

    Hey guys, Nathan here.   Recently, I was in a conversation with a Bookkeeper and a client, and we were discussing PPSR.   It’s important for me to stay up to date with the latest regulations and practices that can impact the financial health of a business. One these is such practice that can be…

  • Superannuation Guarantee Payments – What you need to know!

    Superannuation Guarantee Payments – What you need to know!

    Hey everyone, Kathryn here. I wanted to highlight the importance of making your Superannuation Guarantee payments on time, and even more importantly, in advance of their due date. The Superannuation Guarantee Charge (SGC) can be a costly penalty imposed by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) on employers who fail to meet their superannuation obligations. That’s…

  • 5 Reasons to contact your Accountant: Marriage Breakdown

    5 Reasons to contact your Accountant: Marriage Breakdown

    Hey guys, Nathan here. I do want to talk about a rather sensitive topic, and as an Accountant I have seen first-hand that going through a marriage breakdown can be a difficult and emotional time. During this time, it is important to seek professional help to ensure that your financial affairs are in order. My…

  • 10 Reasons why you should talk to your accountant: Cash Flow Forecasting

    10 Reasons why you should talk to your accountant: Cash Flow Forecasting

    Hey guys, Nathan here. As an accountant, I know that business owners should know that managing cash flow is crucial for the survival and success of any business. Cash flow forecasting is a tool that can help you understand your business’s cash position now and into the future by analysing upcoming income and expenses. Cash…

  • 10 Reasons to Discuss Setting up your Accounting Software with your Accountant

    10 Reasons to Discuss Setting up your Accounting Software with your Accountant

    Hi everyone, Sue here, your Xero Hero, and I wanted to discuss implementing your Financial Accounting Software. I understand that as a business owner, managing finances can be a daunting task. One way to make it easier is by using accounting software, but it’s important to set it up correctly from the start. That’s why…

  • FBT – What is it, and what do you need to know?

    FBT – What is it, and what do you need to know?

    Hey guys, Nathan here. As an accountant, I can understand that lodging your Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) can be a daunting task for many of my clients. I want to outline the key responsibilities that clients need to be aware of, import dates to keep in mind, and… where to find more information. So, let’s…