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Residential Property Market Update – Property Prices & Clearance Rates On The Rise – Everysteps Financial Solutions

The median house prices around Australia rose by more than 2% for the month of February – the shortest month of the year. During March, the upward trend for prices…

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The 1 July 2021 superannuation changes

Changes from 1 July 2021 will impact on how much money you can contribute to superannuation and how much you can have in your retirement phase superannuation account. In general,...
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Why are some businesses returning JobKeeper?

Super Retail Group – owner of the Supercheap Auto, Rebel, BCF and Macpac brands – handed back $1.7 million in JobKeeper payments in January after releasing a trading update showing…

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Fringe Benefits Tax for 2021: Tax & Employee Benefits

Fringe benefits tax (FBT) is one of Australia’s most disliked taxes because it’s cumbersome and generates a lot of paperwork. The COVID-19 lockdowns have added another layer of complexity as…

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COVID-19 Vaccinations and the Workplace

The first COVID-19 vaccination in Australia rolled out on 21 February 2021 preceded by a wave of protests. With the rollout, comes a thorny question for employers about individual rights,…

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Winding-up: Simplifying small business insolvency

On 1 January 2021, new laws came into effect that introduce a new, simplified debt restructuring and liquidation framework for small business. Drawing on key features of the Chapter 11…

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The Final Stage of JobKeeper and How to Access it

For those severely impacted by COVID-19, JobKeeper might be available. The third and final phase of JobKeeper started on 4 January and runs through until 28 March 2021. To receive…

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$1,200 rebate for your client’s through Vic Gov’s Digital Adaptation Program due 28th Feb 2021

The Victorian government has unveiled the details of its $20 million Small Business Digital Adaptation Program, offering rebates of up to $1,200 for SMEs looking to get a bit more…

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4 Accounting Trends That Define 2021

Accountants and bookkeepers are part of the front line for many businesses in times of uncertainty. As we move into 2021, we are hopeful industries that showed resilience, grit and…

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Knowledge Shop: Jobmaker Hiring Credit Rules Released

The JobMaker Hiring Credit rules have been finalised and applications are now open. In brief Administered through STP, JobMaker provides a payment to employers of $200 per week for eligible…