Overview of the practical steps to take to deal with non-payment and recover debts owing to you. ...
We can assist with disputes about contracts, leases, non-payment or non-performance, unfair terms and other issues. ...
Having standard (written) terms and conditions (T&Cs) in place are essential when starting a business – they are the legal basis on which you will be engaging with customers. ...
Free financial counselling services available to help small business owners who need information about managing debt or are in financial distress. Financial challenges are often cited as the biggest cause of anxiety for small business owners. An Australian Government Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources report Small Business Owners...
Invoicing - something every business owner needs to know how to do, but are you getting it right? As a business owner, you’re required to provide proof of purchase within seven days and a tax invoice within 28 days of it being requested. Getting your invoicing right will not only save time, but will also help you avoid payment delays as a result of...
Being aware of the early warning signs that your business may be in trouble will provide you with the best opportunity to take action and turn things around.
Have you found yourself in a situation where you’ve finished a job only to discover you’ve only just broken even or perhaps actually lost money due to underquoting? First of all, don’t beat yourself up. Most small business owners discover at some point, particularly when starting out, that they have underquoted. Here are some tips to help you avoid...
Using the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) can protect you when you’re buying, selling, leasing or hiring business assets.
Announced on 29 March 2022, the Federal Budget provides a range of support programs to help small business owners drive economic growth and employment as the country emerges from the pandemic. Here is an overview of the main announcements that are likely to have an impact on small businesses. Tax related measures Skills and Training Boost Provides...
On a national and local front, there are strong signs of economic and business recovery as we head towards the end of a challenging year. Two publications released over the past month report very positive signs of recovery for our small business sector in WA. On a national level, the Small Business Counts report was released by the Australian Small...
If you supply goods or services for less than $1 million to the WA Government, new guidelines mean you will now receive payment within 20 days. From 1 October 2020, WA State Government agencies must ensure that all payments of less than $1 million for goods or services, excluding construction works, are made within 20 calendar days of: receiving a...
Are you finding it hard to work out how much you should be charging for your services? One of the most common questions we’re asked by new business owners is how much should they be charging per hour for their services. There are a number of factors to consider when setting an hourly rate. Here are our top tips if you are running a service-based...
