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Selling a Business in WA: Your Guide to Success
November 15th, 2024Selling a business in WA is a significant step and often one of the most pivotal moments for business owners. With McKinley Plowman’s extensive expertise in business transitions, this guide will walk you through every essential step, from early preparation to final transfer. The goal is to ensure your sale process is smooth, profitable, andread more
MP+ Federal Budget Update 2024-25
May 15th, 2024The 2024-25 Federal Budget was handed down on Tuesday 14 May 2024 by Treasurer Jim Chalmers of the Albanese government. Mr Chalmers indicated a $9.3 billion surplus this financial year, following a $4 billion surplus last financial year. This is only the second consecutive budget surplus in two decades – however the likelihood is thereread more
Unfair Contract Terms (UCTs) – Australian Businesses on Notice
February 14th, 2024Australian business owners are now on notice, following significant changes to the Unfair Contract Terms (UCT) regime under the Australian Consumer Law, effective from 9 November 2023. The changes are aimed at protecting Australian businesses and consumers, and ensuring standard form contracts are fair to all parties. This legislation brings with it substantial penalties, soread more
Urgent: Have You Applied for Your Director ID Yet?
February 7th, 2024Back in 2021, we covered in an article the rollout of Director IDs by the Australian Business Registry Services (ABRS) – a measure intended to combat fraud and security issues in Australian businesses. Now we’re in 2024, the ABRS continues to engage with directors of companies that haven’t yet met their obligations – meaning ifread more
Festive Season Reflections & Looking Towards 2024
December 13th, 2023A message from Founding Director, Nigel Plowman. As the end of the year approaches and we enjoy the festive season, it’s a time for reflection on 2023. It's been a year of growth, challenges, and immense satisfaction here at McKinley Plowman, and I'm excited to share some of these highlights with you. Transformation and Growthread more
Protecting Intellectual Property in Your Business
July 18th, 2023Operating a business will typically see business owners and managers get wrapped up in day-to-day operations. As time goes on, the success of a business relates directly to the growth and development of those involved in management and operations – but how often do we reflect on it? How do we place a value onread more
McKinley Plowman Federal Budget Update 2023-24
May 10th, 2023The 2023-24 Federal Budget was handed down on Tuesday 9 May 2023 by Treasurer Jim Chalmers of the Albanese government. The budget will return to a $4 billion surplus this financial year, followed by a $13.9 billion deficit the following year. Treasury forecasts under this budget inflation will fall from 6% this year to 3.25%read more
The Benefits of Tax Planning for Your Bottom Line
March 29th, 2023Tax Planning season is here! With 30 June fast approaching, now is the time to consider tax planning for your business. They say that if you fail to prepare, prepare to fail – or in this case, prepare to potentially deal with a hefty tax bill and disrupted cash flow! Getting a clear picture ofread more
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