ATO Audit Trends 2025: What Businesses Need to Know About ATO Audits
Another Financial Year, Another Round of ATO Audits Another financial year has come and gone. That means it’s a busy time for us accountants to reflect on the year gone by. We mostly spend time looking at what ATO audits have come our way, which then helps us advise our clients on what not to […]
Why Jaguar’s Rebrand Is Relevant to You
My Love for Cars and Jaguars As many of you know, I’m rather fond of cars. Real cars. Loud ones. Fast ones. Preferably with an engine that sounds like a grizzly bear gargling a chainsaw. For over two decades, I owned a Jaguar. In fact, I owned two at once not because I needed to, […]
The Wisdom of Warren Buffett: Investing Lessons, Simple Living & Wealth Building
Warren Buffett Retirement News Why the Shock? It was, apparently, a tragic day when Warren Buffett finally announced his retirement. The financial world went into a meltdown, journalists were weeping into their Bloomberg terminals, hedge fund managers clutched their limited-edition Patagonia vests, and CNN rolled out the sort of coverage usually reserved for royal funerals […]
Labor Won the Election: What It Means for Taxes, Housing, and Your Wealth
Who we vote into Government determines how much we work, what we earn, and most importantly, how wealthy we become. So, let’s talk about our new Labor Government in Australia and what it actually plans to do with your money, taxes, and future wealth. Labor’s Election Win: Why They Really Won Well, blow me down […]
If I Were Prime Minister of Australia: Fixing Taxes, Housing & Productivity
Australia is going to the polls next week. And the campaign? Honestly, it’s duller than watching a washing machine. What should be about policies, leadership, and Australia’s future has turned into a festival of fence-sitting and taxpayer giveaways. Politicians are throwing billions around like Monopoly money, a few billion here, a few billion there. And […]
Trump, Tariffs & Getting Poorer: What Investors Need to Know
The last few weeks have not been fun if you’re an investor. So, I thought a humorous blog about Trump, tariffs, and the stock market was needed. If you have been crying over your investment portfolio, this may bring a smile to your face., Why Investors Worry During Market Turmoil If you want to work […]
Australian Federal Budget 2025: Exciting or Just Another Disappointment?
I am not a happy bunny at the moment. The Australian Federal Budget was announced while I was on holiday and about to board a plane to Singapore. Just before I boarded, my team reminded me that I needed to write a blog on this. So here I am, sitting at 30,000 feet, partially drunk, […]
Impact of Trump’s Tariff Policies and Global Uncertainty on the Stock Market
In recent weeks, the stock market has been in turmoil, and much of the blame is being directed toward Trump’s unpredictable policies. From threatening Russia to insulting the Ukrainian President, dismissing the EU as irrelevant, eyeing Greenland and Canada, and imposing sudden tariffs, Trump’s actions have created massive uncertainty. These developments have investors worried, and […]
Weekly, Monthly, or Quarterly Bookkeeping services: What Works Best for Brisbane SMEs?
Running a small or medium business in Brisbane comes with many challenges. One of the most important, yet often overlooked, aspects is keeping your financial records in order. That’s where bookkeeping services in Brisbane play a crucial role. Accurate and timely bookkeeping ensures your business stays compliant with tax laws, manages cash flow efficiently, and […]
Freelance vs. Professional Bookkeeping services in Brisbane: Which One Should You Hire?
Bookkeeping is vital for any Brisbane business from a local cafe to a growing startup because it keeps financial records accurate and up-to-date. A qualified bookkeeper not only keeps your books clean but also provides insights that help steer your business toward success. In Brisbane today you can hire either a freelance bookkeeper (an independent […]
