Lodging your business tax return isn’t just a compliance task—it’s an essential step toward managing risk, maintaining financial health, and positioning your business for growth. At Origin Business Consultants, we simplify the process for you. This guide explains exactly how to lodge your business tax return in Australia, step by step. If you’d rather focus…
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Setting up a trust is one of the most effective ways to protect your personal or business assets from legal, financial, or family-related risks. In Australia, trusts are widely used to separate ownership, manage wealth, and provide long-term security for families and business structures. However, to ensure the trust provides the protection you seek, it…
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Insolvent trading occurs when a company continues to incur debts despite being unable to pay its existing financial obligations. In Australia, directors have a legal duty to prevent this, and failing to do so can result in serious personal, civil, or even criminal consequences. Understanding the rules around insolvent trading is essential to protect your…
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Understanding Family Trusts and Legal Requirements A family trust—also known as a discretionary trust—is a legal structure used to hold and manage assets on behalf of beneficiaries, typically family members. The trustee (who may be an individual or company) controls the trust and decides how income or capital is distributed. We’re here to answer the…
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Understanding Accounts Payable and Liabilities To determine if accounts payable is a liability, let’s first clearly define both terms. Accounts payable (AP) refers to money a business owes suppliers or vendors for goods or services provided but not yet paid for. When your business receives goods along with an invoice stating payment is due at…
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Starting a business is an exciting journey, and choosing the right business name is one of the first big steps. Your business name is more than just a title—it shapes your brand identity and helps customers recognise you. But before you start trading under that name, you need to register it. So, how long does…
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Business advisory is about helping businesses tackle challenges, improve performance, and grow sustainably. It’s a service where business owners work closely with experienced advisors who analyse operations, spot opportunities, and offer practical solutions. At Origin Business Consultants, we specialise in creating strategies that match your business goals. Whether it’s improving efficiency, boosting profits, or preparing…
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When it comes to achieving success in today’s competitive market, positioning plays a vital role. But what does positioning mean in business? In this blog, we’ll explore the concept of positioning, its benefits, effective strategies, and how Origin Business Consultants can help you stand out. Understanding Business Positioning Defining Positioning in Business Positioning in…
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Cash flow is the foundation of any business, ensuring smooth operations. Without consistent cash flow, even profitable businesses can struggle. Managing cash flow is not only about day-to-day survival but also about growth. One crucial tool in this process is scenario modeling, which allows businesses to forecast potential outcomes and prepare for both opportunities and…
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When it comes to claiming the R&D Tax Incentive benefits, one of the more complex areas businesses face is making payments to associates. For these payments to be eligible, the expenditure must occur within the same income year, and the transaction must adhere to the arm’s length principle. This ensures the payment reflects the fair…
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