Stay Protected Online

Posted Date : November 12, 2015 at 10:44 pm

While new technologies can be a great resource for Canberra businesses, there are risks involved. At Maslen’s Bookkeeping we use some great cloud-based accounting tools but are careful to ensure the highest level of security. We recommend that our clients follow the same practices as us such as: 1. Using strong passwords and changing them frequently 2. […]

End of Financial Year 2015 – Tax and Bookkeeping Tips

Posted Date : June 25, 2015 at 10:21 pm

Do you know how to make the most of the government’s new treats for small business before 1 July 2015? As the End of Financial Year rolls around, getting tax advice could easily pay for itself.   Come in to see us to for painless ways to make sure your business is compliant.  

Stimulus for Canberra Businesses

Posted Date : May 29, 2015 at 3:27 am

Canberra businesses will be able to capitalise on more than $11 million in incentives for innovation, trade and investment over the next two years. Small businesses will be able to take advantage of the ACT Government budget announcement as well as utilising the business incentives in the new federal budget. For more information, you can […]

New Asset Rules for Small Businesses – Budget 2015 Canberra

Posted Date : May 15, 2015 at 3:05 am

One of the decisions in the latest budget that will affect small business the most is the adjusted asset test. Businesses with a turnover     of less than $2m will be able to immediately deduct investments of less than $20,000 rather than claiming the depreciation on these     items over a period of […]

BAS TIME!

Posted Date : April 20, 2015 at 12:11 am

End of the quarter has rolled around again and it’s our time to shine! If you run a Canberra business, come in to see us about simplifying your books and taking on the stress of ATO obligations.Important Dates: 28 April 2015: Due date for paper submissions 12 May 2015: Due date for online submissions The […]

Payroll Tax Scam

Posted Date : March 13, 2015 at 1:21 am

NSW Fair Trading is warning of a Payroll Tax Scam targeting local businesses. Not only are they requesting documents, but simply clicking on the link will lead to a particularly malicious virus. Maslen’s Bookkeeping is warning all Canberra businesses to be on the look out for this and similar approaches that could be very damaging. […]