How Does Invoice Finance Work? Positive cash flow is a catalyst for business growth. But making more sales can sometimes result in a shortage of working capital. If you offer extended payment terms to your customers, you may experience cash flow gaps waiting for invoices to clear. Invoice Finance is a way to release the […]

Knowing When to Expand By Josh Alton – journalist When it comes to expansion, manufacturers need to be strategic. It’s not just about increasing production or opening new facilities. Instead, businesses must carefully consider factors like market demand, production capacity, and financial stability. Get it wrong, and you could end up overstretched without the necessary

Inflation and business costs rise while consumer confidence weakens by Zilla Efrat – journalist If rising business costs are starting to bite, brace yourself because things look poised to get worse before they get better. In July, Treasurer Jim Chalmers told Parliament that annual inflation is expected to peak at 7.75 per cent in the

How Does Instant Asset Write-Off Work The instant asset write-off is a temporary tax deduction scheme available for all businesses with an annual turnover of less than $5 billion. The scheme has recently been extended to cover the 2022/23 tax year. Eligible businesses can now claim an immediate tax deduction for the full cost of

Which finance is right for me? By Josh Alston – journalist If you’re looking for finance to start a new business, buy a business or fund your existing business franchise, some finance options are more suitable than others, depending on your goals. For example, a business loan or line of credit might be the best

Power bills – How do SME’s manage soaring power costs? By Zilla Efrat – journalist The cost of wholesale electricity and gas tripled in the June quarter 2022 compared with a year ago. That’s more than double the previous high of $130 in the first quarter of 2019, and a little more than three times

How the new government plans to reform industrial relations By Zill Efrat – journalist In the run-up to the May federal election, the Labor Party promised a range of major legislative reforms that could transform the industrial relations (IR) arena and may have implications for your business. One of its commitments has already been achieved.

How Environmental Impacts Will Change the Way We Shop By Josh Alson – journalist It’s no secret that the way we shop has a major impact on the environment. Every step of the shopping process has an environmental cost, from the energy used to power our homes and transportation to the resources needed to produce

The Importance of Work-life Balance By Josh Alston – journalist Anyone who has worked long hours knows that it can take a toll on their personal life. From missing out on important family events to feeling too exhausted to enjoy leisure time, an imbalance between work and life can harm your physical and mental health.

Post Pandemic Digital Marketing Trends By Josh Alston – journalist The COVID-19 pandemic has forced businesses to rapidly adapt their marketing strategies to meet the needs of a shelter-in-place world. As we emerge from the pandemic, it’s clear that some of these changes are here to stay. Here are some of the most important digital