Bitcoins most important characteristic is that it is decentralised so no single institution controls the Bitcoin network. Bitcoin is pseudonymous, meaning that funds are not tied to real-world entities but rather bitcoin addresses. Owners of bitcoin addresses are not explicitly identified, but all transactions on the blockchain are public. Bitcoin has been called a tax…
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This strategy is all about changing bad debt into good debt. Bad debt is defined as debts which don't help you build wealth and where the interest expense is non-deductible. This includes personal credit card debts, personal loans, HECS debts, primary residence home loans, etc. In contrast, good debt is debt which works to help…
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A person aged 65 or over can make a non-concessional contribution into superannuation of up to $300,000 from the proceeds of selling their principal residence (if they have owned it for at least 10 years). This is available to both members of a couple for the same home. This strategy is available from 1st July…
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A partnership involves two or more partners (people or entities) carrying on a business together with a view to profit. Partnerships are governed by the Partnership Act of the state or territory in which the partnership was formed, and are limited to a maximum of 20 partners. Partnerships have the following advantages: It's…
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This strategy involves asking the landlord for a rent reduction. Landlords will be more open to reducing the rent where: You are a good tenant that pays their rent on time and doesn't cause any trouble. Falling rents and increased vacancy rates means you are paying above-market rental rates. Implementation process: Use property websites…
Read More »The People’s Republic of China is the world’s largest producer and consumer of tobacco. China produces 42% of the world’s cigarettes, has 350 million Chinese smokers, and smokes 33% of the world’s cigarettes. The annual taxes on Chinese cigarette sales amount to hundreds of billions of yuan, and account for 10% of government revenue. In…
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Average weekly pay: $1,000 Employment size: 13,700 Future growth: Very strong Skill level Associate degree or diploma Amusement,…
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A 6% sales tax on body piercing was introduced by the US state of Arkansas in 2005. The state also applies the 6% sales tax to hair removal and tattoo services. Tax planning to avoid the Arkansas piercings tax is as simple as crossing the state border to have the piercings done interstate. The six…
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Business Profile Businesses in this industry install, repair and maintain ventilation, air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems. Key Benchmarks Cost of sales to turnover is the key benchmark for this industry. Annual Turnover Range
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For many companies, their greatest asset is their good name or reputation. The main benefits of a good corporate reputation are: The customer’s preference in doing business with you (when competitors can provide similar goods and services at a similar cost and quality). The ability to charge a premium for products and services. Stakeholder…
Read More »"You’d be stupid not to try to cut your tax bill and those that don’t are stupid in business"
- Bono: U2