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Closing your small business

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If you have decided to close your business, this course is for you. The closing process can take time depending on your business size and complexity. This course explains the tasks to complete to ensure you’ve met your tax and super obligations.

 

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Considering your small business viability

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Are you at a business crossroads? Unsure whether you should continue in business? Learn how to use the Business viability assessment tool. It provides information about your business viability to help you and your professional advisors in your decision-making.

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Paying workers

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Start this course to learn about how to set up systems and pay your employees. You’ll learn about your payment obligations to your employees and your reporting obligations to the ATO. This course does not cover your obligations when hiring employees.

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Record keeping

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Did you know that successful businesses keep good records and use technology to run their business? Good record keeping helps you know the state of your business at any time which helps you manage your business successfully. You’re also legally required to keep records of all transactions relating to your tax and super affairs while you’re running a business.

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Claiming small business tax deductions

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Small business can claim tax deductions for most business expenses. This course covers expenses you can deduct immediately, expenses you can deduct over time and expenses you can never deduct. Motor vehicle deductions are also covered in this course.

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Fuel tax credits

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You may be able to claim credits (that is, get money back) for fuel you use in your small business. Find out if the fuel and business activities you undertake are eligible for fuel tax credits. Learn how to calculate and claim fuel tax credits.

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Setting up a self-managed super fund (SMSF)

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A self-managed super fund (SMSF) can be attractive for people who seek control over their retirement investment. However, managing an SMSF is a major responsibility and when you set up an SMSF, you’re in charge. Avoid the potential financial impacts of getting it wrong.

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Running a self-managed super fund (SMSF)

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A self-managed super fund (SMSF) is a trust run for the sole purpose of providing retirement benefits to its members or their beneficiaries if a member dies before retirement. As a trustee you must manage your SMSF honestly and with skills and diligence. When running an SMSF there are several activities trustees must undertake to manage the fund effectively.

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Winding up a self-managed super fund (SMSF)

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Closing a self-managed super fund (SMSF) can be complex and it’s important to get it right to avoid costly mistakes. Learn about the obligations you must meet when winding up an SMSF so you avoid penalties.

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