We find a lot of businesses get really confused as to what they can/can’t claim and if there are any Fringe Benefits Tax consequences to the entertainment they provide to their staff and associates as a result of Christmas festivities.
As a small business owner too, we know how busy EOFY can be. So, we’ve pulled together 14 tax considerations for Business Owners, to help you prepare for your 2022 Tax Return.
Is a ‘cost-plus’ pricing strategy the best for your business?
There are many pricing strategies and the one you select should align with your greater business strategy. Get to know which option suits your goals best.
As a business owner, it’s critical to have a good understanding of how your business is performing. After all, keeping a close eye on the health of your business is how you’ll determine whether your current strategies are working, or if you need to adopt new ones. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are metrics that will help to determine this.
Determining your business structure is one of the first decisions to make as a new business owner. And it’s also one of the most important. Each structure comes with its own set of benefits and liabilities. So, understanding how they will impact you day-to-day is key to building a solid foundation for your new business.
A Partnership business structure is made up of two or more people or entities. Most small business Partnerships are what is termed ‘General Partnership’ – this means that all of the partners are equally responsible for the management of the business, and each has unlimited liability for the debts incurred.
A Trust business structure is where there is an obligation imposed on a person (Trustee) to hold property or assets (such as business assets) for the benefit of others (Beneficiaries). The trustee is legally responsible for the operation of the Trust and you may have a company act in this role.
A company is a form of business structure. It is an entity that has a separate legal existence from its owners. This means it has the same rights as a person and can incur debt, sue and be sued.
Sole Trader business structures are quite easy and inexpensive to set up. As a sole trader, you are personally responsible for all of the operations (including debts) of your business. You also pay tax personally on the profits at your marginal tax rate.
When running a small business it can be easy to fall into the trap of feeling like you have to do it all, which can be overwhelming for even the most seasoned business minds. But while we may be used to wearing multiple hats, the question we must ask ourselves as small business owners is… how well are we wearing those hats?
