Should you use a computer, not a person, to solve business issues?

Here is when a human expert is not always best. In an increasingly connected world, argues investment strategist, academic and writer Michael Mauboussin, experts add less and less value to predictions. They are being outcompeted by computers on the one hand, and collective wisdom on the other. Back in 2008, Mauboussin dubbed this trend “the […]

What Sort of Accounting Software Product Should I Use?

Do you find it challenging to decide on the one accounting software product that works the best for you and your business? Should you use spreadsheets, purchase your own software or use subscription cloud based software? These are common questions that arise for business owners when it comes to decision making. With the growing quantity […]

The main reason of period of absence concession

Tax Counsel Pty Ltd. ‘Going Away? The Main Residence Exemption Absence Concession’. Taxation in Australia 49.10 (2015): 594 -596. Print. The main reason of period of absence concession The absence concession that is available when applying the CQT main residence exemption can provide substantial benefits and must not be overlooked. Background The CGT main residence […]

Essentials SMSF Planning Tips Pre 30 June 2015

The Australian Tax Office make changes every year and we have provided you with the most recent updates. The following SMSF planning tips and information will assist you with your tax return for the 2015 financial year. Exceeding contribution limits Exceeding contribution limits will in most cases result in additional taxes and charges. Please see […]

Things that shape us

Watson, Aaron. ‘Things That Shape Us’. Acuity 2.5 (2015): 58-59. Print. Alberto Saiz has learned lessons from the world’s most inspiring business leaders, in his role as MD of the World Business Forum in Asia Pacific. Acuity quizzes him about what he’s picked up along the way. We operate in a complex and dynamic business […]