Super
From 1 July 2022, two important super guarantee (SG) changes will apply to your business. Mitchell, Accountant at 542 Partners, takes you through the changes you need to know. https://youtu.be/A5quGVbyPfI
You’ll have an extra step to take if you have new employees who start from 1 November 2021 and they don’t choose a super fund. Katie, Account Manager at 542 Partners, takes you through the changes you need to know.... Read more
An increase to the superannuation guarantee (SG) is set to go ahead from 1 July which will see the base rate rise from 9.5 per cent to 10 per cent. Kurtis from 542 Partners breaks down what Employers should consider... Read more
A subsidy of $1,500 per fortnight per employee, administered by the ATO, will be paid to businesses that have experienced a downturn of more than 30% (50% for businesses over $1bn). To be a part of the subsidy, employers will... Read more
With an estimated $5.6 billion in super payments not made annually, employers are being encouraged to resolve outstanding super commitments. The recent introduction of the long-awaited superannuation guarantee (SG) amnesty bill is now giving employers a ‘once-only’ opportunity to set... Read more
From 1 July 2020, new rules will come into effect to ensure that an employee’s salary sacrifice contributions cannot be used to reduce the amount of superannuation guarantee (SG) paid by the employer. Under current rules, some employers are paying... Read more
If you missed the recent announcement of the 2019/20 federal budget, 542 Partners has you covered! The ‘Ballot Box’ budget is designed to showcase the return to surplus and engage voters with initiatives to make them feel like they are... Read more
Reward for work is a dominant theme in this year’s Budget. The seven year personal income tax plan initially targets low to middle income earners before making significant changes to the tax brackets. While there’s much to be said about... Read more
The ATO recently reminded small businesses about paying super guarantee (SG) to their casual employees, regardless of whether they are full-time, part-time or casual. If you’re not sure whether your workers are employees or contractors, use the ATO’s Employee/Contractor decision... Read more
It is not uncommon to see owners of many thriving businesses devote all their financial resources, time and attention into their businesses at the expense of their personal finances. Often this requires accelerating efforts to boost their retirement savings at... Read more