The Importance of Communication in Restructure
Restructuring a business is generally a step towards the end of a period of uncertainty, creditors, stakeholders, staff and the owners are on tenterhooks, communication is generally stressed or non existent and it’s now necessary to re-engage. Often in the lead up to a restructure there has been a period of mixed communication, business owners accentuating the good often to the detriment of the bad.
Not in the will… does it count?
A recent decision in the Supreme Court of Western Australia shows that pre-testamentary wishes are difficult to prove unless they are expressly provided for under a valid Will. In Caratti, the deceased mother made a decision during her lifetime that her son, and future beneficiary of her estate, could reside at her house for as long as he wished. However, there was no provision of this right in her Will. The consequence was that the deceased’s son was not eligible for an exemption to land tax despite using the property as his place of residence.
De Luca Licence Suspension Warning to Construction Sector
Recently, De Luca Corporation had their licence suspended after failing to meet The Queensland Building and Construction Commission’s financial requirements. The building watchdog has since reinstated the licence, but the suspension has served as a reminder of the importance of adhering to the tight financial requirements enforced by the regulatory body.
Related party premises leases
When applying the Small Business CGT Concessions, one of the threshold tests is firstly determining whether the asset being disposed of is an active asset. Pursuant to section 152-40 of the ITAA97, properties used mainly to derive rent are not classified as active assets unless the property is being used in the business of a connected entity or an affiliate of the taxpayer.
Case Study: Misplaced Trust
Signs of a Struggling Business
A struggling business may show overt signs as the situation worsens and comes to an end, but often there are small signs long before this that can point to trouble on the horizon. An early warning sign for businesses is that there is a disconnection between operative cash flow and available resources. This can be draining or using cash resources or just making payments on time as cash comes in.
10 ideas to help your business
If your business is struggling, you may not know the best way to fix the problem without some help. We’ve put together 10 ways that you may be able to use to turn your struggling business around. If you aren’t sure where to start, contact us and speak with the experts.
Business Location
The physical location of your business can have a multitude of impacts in addition to obvious ones such as customer access and transport. Before you settle on a location, you need to be thoroughly aware of how and how much your location will impact your organisation.
Trading with a wind up notice over your business
Companies that have trouble meeting their tax obligations, or other debts, may receive a notice to wind-up from creditors or the ATO. Business owners and company directors are often confused about the impact of receiving a wind-up notice, and uncertain about what their options may be. A wind-up notice is a serious matter, and it’s […]
Trading Insolvent
Companies are a unique type of legal structure in that they are a separate legal entity and provide limited liability. However, there are certain situations in which the corporate veil can be lifted and directors are held personally liable for the company’s dealings. This commonly occurs when a company continues trading whilst insolvent. Directors have a duty […]
