Launch of our video platform

We have recently been working through a range of education and information videos to support our partners or to give you some understanding of the issues that arise in the management of taxation or restructure issues. Understanding that some of the issues that arise are complicated and need further explanation, each video tries to cover […]

Debtors and collections

How do you control your debtors? A debtor is a party (either an individual or a company) who owes money to another party. Controlling your debtors will help your business get paid faster and avoid debt, which will also help you maintain a good cash flow. There are different methods you can utilise to ensure […]

Understanding the PPSR

Setting up your registrations On the Personal Property and Securities Register (‘PPSR’), you can place a notice that shows that you have enforcement rights over personal property. You should have a security agreement in writing before you register a security interest on the PPSR. Before you register your security interest you will need to know […]

Preparing for liquidation

Liquidation Liquidation is the process of winding up a company and bringing the business to an end. Liquidation typically occurs when a company is insolvent. When a company is placed into liquidation, a liquidator is appointed. The liquidator’s role is to protect the assets of the company, realise the assets of the company, investigate the […]

Basics of the PPSR

What is the PPSR? The Australian Financial Security Authority (“AFSA“) administers the Personal Property Securities Register (“PPSR“). The PPSR is a national online register that can provide information to help protect consumers when they are buying personal property such as cars, boats or artworks. It doesn’t include land or buildings. The PPSR is an Australian […]

Cash-Flow Management and the Health of a Business

Here at C&D we deal with businesses of all shapes and sizes. Many of the issues these businesses face can come down to one crucial facet within their operation: cash flow management. If you are a start-up, we understand the excitement involved with getting your business up and running and growing your sales. You are […]

Pre-Christmas Planning

Each year the team notices an uptick in businesses suffering financial difficulties prior to the Christmas break. For some businesses there is an attempt to hold on, to try and see if the new year will bring the necessary change to be able to break a financial problem. If your business is under pressure, now (and […]

Using your super for business

Can I borrow against my Super to buy or support my business? Unfortunately the answer is probably ‘No’. Super funds pay a discounted/concessional rate of tax on earnings (15%). To keep getting the discounted rate they have to comply with Superannuation legislation. One of the rules is that the ‘sole purpose’ for the fund is […]

Illegal Phoenixing

With high-profile cases of illegal phoenix activity back in the news, new funding to crack down on the practice and the establishment of a cross-agency anti-Phoenix taskforce, the obligation of professional advisors to not participate in suspected phoenixing is clear. Where professionals see illegal phoenixing behaviour, there are moral and ethical expectations to report it […]

The unrealistic landlord

The landlord, for most businesses, is the last to know but generally holds all the cards. Dealing with a landlord who is unrealistic however can make your business less likely to be able to survive a restructure or change in your business. If the landlord is unwilling to negotiate on rent arrears or a rent […]