Understanding the Details of a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund

Posted on: 31 July 2015
A self-managed superannuation fund is a good way to save for retirement while still having complete control over your finances. Unlike other annual funds, when you choose a self-managed superannuation fund, you are responsible for handling how it operates and all decisions made by the fund itself. Note a few details about how this fund operates and what you should do to ensure it's set up legally and that the fund itself is protected.
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Single Mums: Five Financial Things You Need to Do Immediately After a Divorce

Posted on: 28 July 2015
If you have just split with your partner and are panicking about finances, you need to take a deep breath. Become a single mum is hard on a range of levels, but when it comes to your finances, it can be especially hard. To keep everything under control, get started with financial planning as soon as possible with these tips: 1. File for child support immediately Even if your split is not permanent yet, don't let months go by without collecting cash.
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4 Ways Hiring A Bookkeeper Can Help Your Business

Posted on: 24 July 2015
If you're an entrepreneur or small business owner, chances are you're trying to do everything yourself: filling orders, overseeing your advertising and marketing campaigns, personally logging your accounting and bookkeeping. That's just to name a few of your responsibilities. Generally, the workload for you often feels endless and it's likely your do-it-yourself mentality that's to blame. For any business, to make the jump from bootstrapping startup to full-fledged growth machine, you have to start relying on the expertise of others.
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Why You Should Go With Professional Tax Accountants

Posted on: 16 July 2015
It is finally time to file your taxes, and your budget is already at shoe string level. Because of that, you don't want to spend more money on hiring professional tax accountants to do the job.  A lot of people are contemplating the DIY option when it comes to business accounting and the filing of tax returns. How wise is that decision?  If you're looking for the easiest way to file taxes, here are a few advantages that chartered tax accountants can offer.
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