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    Understanding Fringe Benefits Tax and Novated Leases

    Whether you’re an employee eyeing a new car or an employer striving to boost your team’s morale, understanding novated leases as a fringe benefit and the associated tax is crucial.  Why?  Because it can lead to significant financial advantages and benefits for both employees and employers. Let’s find out more about novated leases, calculating their…

    Fringe Benefits Tax Rate: What You Should Know

    Whether it’s a “buy nine, get the 10th coffee free” deal, happy hour, or a 12-month gym membership for the price of 11, we all love a perk!  Fringe benefits are non-cash perks employers can offer sought-after prospective employees to make an employment position more desirable. But, there’s a catch- the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT). …

    Loans for a New Businesses – 5 Options

    Are you ready to turn your business dream into reality, but a lack of funds is getting in the way?  We’re here to uncover five loans for a new business to help get your venture off the ground. We’ll discuss the pros and cons of each so you can make a financially savvy decision. 1.…

    Loans for Buying a Business– What You Need To Know

    Are you ready to unlock the door to your entrepreneurial dreams and buy a business? The key is the right loan.  The loan you choose will significantly affect the success of your new venture and your financial future.  So, let’s explore various loans for buying a business, the role of guarantors, and borrowing limits to…

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