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Simplify Your Transition:
Making an effortless switch to Smart Business Solutions.


Embarking on a financial journey with SMART Business Solutions is not just about numbers; it's about empowering our clients with the tools and knowledge they need for financial success.


Our New Client Resource Centre is your comprehensive guide to navigate your transition to SMART Business Solutions seamlessly. As you explore our New Client Resource Centre, envision a future where accounting and financial management is not a challenge but an opportunity for growth. SMART Business Solutions is here to guide you every step of the way. Welcome to a smarter, more empowered financial experience.

What to expect when partnering with Smart Business Solutions.

When considering partnering with Smart Business Solutions as your accountant and tax advisory partner, you can expect a thorough and proactive approach to managing your finances.

We start with a request for essential information before our first Proactive Accounting Meeting, ensuring that our discussions are purposeful and focused. During the Proactive Accounting Meeting, we delve into your current financial position, income streams, and goals for your business. We also explore how these business goals align with your personal and lifestyle aspirations. This meeting is an opportunity to discuss any challenges you're facing, such as growth or cash flow issues, and to identify opportunities for business development. Our timeline of the way we work helps manage client expectations for timeframes and workflow, ensuring that our partnership is transparent and efficient. At Smart Business Solutions, we're committed to providing proactive and tailored support to help you achieve your business and financial goals.

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The latest.

21 Jul '23

Pros and Cons of selling a property off-market

Off-market normally just means that the property is sold without it ever being listed. This can be with the help of an agent, or privately.


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19 Jul '23

Negotiating a property purchase

When it comes to negotiating, there are some things you can do to make the process more transparent and easier. For the most part, it comes down to being prepared.


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19 Jul '23

1 July 2023 wage increases

On 1 July 2023, award rates of pay and the National Minimum Wage increased by 5.75%.


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17 Jul '23

Borrowers should consider fixed rate loans

With inflation still remaining high and continuing to increase the official cash rate, borrowers should consider returning to fixed rate loan products.


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14 Jul '23

Industrial vacancy rate new record low

Industrial property market has seen the vacancy rate hit another new record low despite projections of a surge in supply.


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14 Jul '23

What changed on 1 July 2023

Superannuation guarantee increases to 11% from 10.5%


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12 Jul '23

Digital Games Tax

The digital games and interactive entertainment sector is the largest creative sector in the world and one of the fastest growing industries worldwide.


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10 Jul '23

Changing demand trends on office sector

Office assets were considered a premium commercial investment choice, with high demand from offshore buyers.


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7 Jul '23

120% technology and skills boost deduction

The 120% skills and training, and technology costs deduction for small and medium business have passed Parliament.


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21 Jun '23

Market Wrap - May 2023

Investors remained focused on the release of inflation data and how ongoing pricing pressures might affect monetary policy settings in key regions.


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21 Jun '23

Bianca Carroll wins Emerging Adviser of the Year

Bianca Carroll's dedication and commitment to excellence have culminated in her being recognized as the Emerging Adviser of the Year, a remarkable accomplishment that is a testament to her perseverance.


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21 Jun '23

Estate Planning

ONLINE WEBINAR
21 June 2023 // 12:30-1:30pm
Many people believe that if they have a valid Will they also have an estate plan, but this is not so. While a Will outlines where the deceased individual's assets will be distributed, it does not include various other documents and directives that are available.


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21 Jun '23

SMART Life - Issue 13 - Winter 2023

In a recent Harvard Study on the key ingredients to happiness, while extreme wealth won’t buy you happiness, having financial security can help you avoid stress and solve problems faster.


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13 Jun '23

2023 Service Station Investment

Over the past few years, service stations have been a favoured investment option.


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13 Jun '23

Demand for industrial space driving up rent

Industrial property is putting upward pressure on rents, according to a new report from Savills


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13 Jun '23

5 things businesses need to do before EOFY

As EOFY approaches, it's important that Australian businesses prepare for their tax responsibilities and reassess their financial strategies.


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13 Jun '23

Things to avoid when refinancing your car loan

One of the most common mistakes when refinancing a car loan is to ignore your credit score.


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13 Jun '23

Are pre approvals worth it?

A pre-approval is simply a lender indicating they’d be willing to loan a certain amount to a potential buyer. However, it's important to remember that a pre-approval is not a guaranteed loan.


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13 Jun '23

How to pay off your loan sooner

With the cost of living surging, many Australians likely wish their mortgage was already paid off.


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13 Jun '23

Property market confidence returns

Upside Realty found a significant increase in open home attendance across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland.


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13 Jun '23

5 EOFY Tips

The end of the financial year is always a busy time for property investors, however, with the right preparation you can make the most of your available deductions.


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6 Jun '23

The Impact of ESG on SMEs

SMEs face new challenges and opportunities with the ESG trend. This article offers a balanced breakdown of ESG, its varying perspectives, implications for SMEs, and the pros and cons.


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5 Jun '23

Fair Work Changes: What employers need to know

Recently, Fair Work legislation has been amended in a number of areas and if you’re a business owner with employees, you should be across these.


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18 May '23

Super to be enshrined in National Employment Standards

The Government has announced that it will enshrine a right to superannuation payments in the National Employment Standards (NES).


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18 May '23

Company loan to pay down the mortgage

Reduce interest on the non-deductible debt by using company cash to offset their personal mortgage, then transferring the cashback by 30 June.


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18 May '23

ATO Rental Property Blitz

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has launched a full-on assault on rental property owners who incorrectly report income and expenses.


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11 May '23

Access to home guarantee scheme expanded to friends and siblings

From 1 July 2023, access to the Government’s Home Guarantee Scheme will be expanded to joint applications from friends, siblings, and other family members.


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11 May '23

$20K Small Business Energy Incentive

In a pre-Budget announcement, the Government has committed to a Small Business Energy Incentive Scheme that offers a bonus tax deduction of up to $20,000.


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10 May '23

The Non-Event-For-Small-Business Budget

The 2023-24 Federal Budget offers a $4.2bn surplus; the first in 15 years.   The surplus was driven by a surge in the corporate and individual tax take. 


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9 May '23

PCG 2021/4 ATO Tax Ruling Professional Firm Profits - Sample Report

Effective at 30th of June 2023, our sample PCG 2021/4 report uses Dr. Nicole Smart as our example. 


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5 May '23

Meet The Maker @ Crittenden Estate // Fundraiser

LIVE EVENT
5 May @ 7 - 10pm

This exclusive and intimate fundraiser event is an opportunity to meet the makers behind Crittenden Wines, enjoy fine wine tasting, delicious food, great company and bid on silent auction items, all to raise funds for Mental Health Safety Net.


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5 May '23

Car loans or personal loans for a new car

When looking to purchase a new car, there are many different ways to use finance to help you secure your vehicle.


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5 May '23

Should I buy now?

With the ups and downs of the property market, investors and homebuyers often wonder when the right time to buy really is.


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5 May '23

5 things to consider with caravan and camper financing

Despite international travel starting to pick up again, demand for caravans is still high.


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5 May '23

The best smaller capitals performed markets

New research has found that it has been the smaller cities of Hobart, Adelaide and Canberra that have been the strongest-performing property markets over the past two decades.


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5 May '23

The dangers of buy now pay later for homebuyers

Buy now, pay later services that allow consumers to make purchases and have grown in popularity. However, for homebuyers, there might be risks that they are not aware of.


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5 May '23

Australia's at increasing risk of mortgage stress

Rising interest rates and the surging cost of living are putting more Australians under mortgage stress, according to a new report.


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5 May '23

Regional areas and high end Sydney suburbs lead the bounce back in property prices

Regional areas and high-end Sydney suburbs dominate the list of suburbs bouncing back the fastest, according to CoreLogic.


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5 May '23

Asset Finance for Medical Or Dental Practice

Establishing a medical or dental practice is a big undertaking. The most effective ways to purchase medical equipment is with the help of asset finance.


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5 May '23

Office rents continue to increase across the country

Demand for office space is slowly starting to recover, with a new report showing Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth rents are moving higher.


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5 May '23

Commercial development on the rise

Over the past 12 months, the value of residential approvals has declined 3.15% while the value of non-residential developments continues to grow, up 3.61%.


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27 Apr '23

Insurance (Minus The Bull)

ONLINE WEBINAR
27 April 2023 // 12:30pm
Let's face it, insurance is not the most exciting topic. In this webinar we'll offer guidance on how to compare different insurance policies, assess your risk, read beyond the marketing and how to get the most value for your money.


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13 Apr '23

Xero Personal Cashbook: How to edit your chart of accounts


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13 Apr '23

Xero Personal Cashbook: How to reconcile your personal credit card


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13 Apr '23

Xero Personal Cashbook: How to reconcile your personal bank accounts


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13 Apr '23

Xero Personal Cashbook: How to reconcile transfers between your accounts


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13 Apr '23

Xero Personal Cashbook: How to prepare a cash summary report


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13 Apr '23

Xero Personal Cashbook: How to add a bank account


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12 Apr '23

Minimise Your Business Tax: The Guide 2024

For the contribution to be counted towards the employee’s 2023 contribution cap, it must be received by the fund by 30 June 2024.


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11 Apr '23

Home prices rise for a third consecutive month in march

After higher interest rates weighed on values during the second half of 2022, prices have now rebounded 0.43% since the start of the year.


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11 Apr '23

Why you need to plan ahead to get a home loan?

A recent survey found that 75 percent of borrowers could find themselves unable to refinance because of life decisions that they were preparing to make.


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