by Bendigo Accountant | Aug 27, 2026 | Business, Sole Trader
When you’re running a business or working from home the line between business and personal expenses isn’t always as clear as you might think. You might use your car for work, have a dedicated home office or pay for expenses that help you do your job. But that doesn’t...
by Bendigo Accountant | Jun 20, 2026 | Business, Sole Trader, Tax
As a new financial year begins many business owners start thinking about budgets, tax planning and compliance obligations. While these things are important, they’re only part of the picture. The start of a new financial year is also an opportunity to step back...
by Bendigo Accountant | May 20, 2026 | Business, SMSF, Sole Trader, Tax
End of financial year (EOFY) superannuation contributions can become surprisingly time sensitive once June rolls around. What feels straightforward at first – transferring money into super and claiming a deduction – often involves a few more moving parts than people...
by Bendigo Accountant | Mar 10, 2026 | Business, Sole Trader, Tax
Let’s talk receipts. Most small business owners collect them everywhere. You drop them in your bag. You leave them on your desk. You stash them in the glovebox. You tuck them into a drawer and tell yourself, “I’ll sort that later”. Sound familiar? You don’t need to...
by Bendigo Accountant | Nov 23, 2025 | Business, Sole Trader, Tax
At some point every business owner catches themselves wondering:“Who’s actually meant to help me with all this – an accountant, a bookkeeper… or both?” It’s a fair question. Bookkeepers keep your numbers moving A bookkeeper looks after the everyday financial tasks...
by Bendigo Accountant | Nov 23, 2025 | Business, Sole Trader, Tax
Running a small business is no small feat. You’re juggling customers, suppliers, staff, administration tasks and so tax often becomes the thing you promise you’ll “get to soon”. That’s completely normal. But a few smart habits and timely conversations can make tax...
