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Make sure you have your business will in place

Over the last few months, WLM has held a lot of Annual General Meeting (AGM’s) with our business clients. The purpose of the AGM is to get the client, WLM accountant and financial planner in the same room to review business cashflow and..

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Succession: What does it take to hand your business to the next generation?

What is the end game for your business? Succession is not just a topic for a TV series or billionaire families, it’s about successfully transitioning your business and maximising its capital value for you, the owners.

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The 120% technology and skills ‘boost’ deduction

The 120% skills and training, and technology costs deduction for small and medium businesses have passed Parliament. We’ll show you how to maximise your deductions.

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Important FBT matters 2023

The Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year ends on 31 March. We've outlined the hot spots for employers and employees.

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Can you prevent a hack?

In the wake of the Optus data leak, legislation before Parliament will lift the maximum fine for serious or repeated breaches of the Privacy Act from $2.2m to up to $50m. But there are no guarantees that even the strongest safety measures will..

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How should an accountant help you when buying a business?

Let's say a couple of business opportunities have presented themselves - and it's time to talk to your Accountant. But when is it the right time to engage an Accountant - and what can you expect? 

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FBT-free Electric Cars

New legislation before Parliament, if enacted, will make zero or low emission vehicles FBT-free. We explore who can access the concession and how.

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What changed on 1 July?

A reminder of what changed on 1 July 2022

Several changes to superannuation and taxation came into effect on 1 July. There are implications that every business and individual needs to be aware of. Here's a neat checklist to keep you informed.

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ATO ramps up heat on directors

Recently the ATO sent letters to directors who are potentially in breach of their obligations to ensure that the company they represent has met its PAYG withholding, superannuation guarantee charge, or GST obligations.

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What to expect from the new Government?

Anthony Albanese has been sworn in as Australia's 31st Prime Minister and a Government formed. We look at what we know so far about the policies of the new Government in an environment with plenty of problems and no easy fixes.

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