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How does the $2.7 billion tax break for SMEs work?

Right across Australia, entrepreneurs are asking themselves the same question – what’s in Kevin Rudd’s $42 billion stimulus package for me?

Managing debtors during the credit crunch

The on-going financial crisis means that businesses must take control of their debtors to ensure they don’t end up in difficulties.

How will your sector perform in 2009?

Australia might be hurtling towards a recession, but that doesn’t mean that every sector of the economy is feeling the pinch.

Why banks won’t start lending to business any time soon

The current slump in economic activity really frustrates politicians, whether they be from Australia, the US or Europe. Everyone is turning to the money pump to spurt money at consumers in the hope that they will spend and restore growth.

Surviving the credit crunch with debtor finance

A major effect of the credit crunch is that businesses can no longer rely on banks for financing to help smooth out cash flow shortages. They are also finding that their customers are taking longer to pay for goods and services.

How to discount in a downturn

Discounting is a great way to quickly stimulate sales, but it can have a terrible long-term impact on your brand. Tami Downer looks at the science behind discounting and finds the best strategies to help you boost you bottom line and keep your brand equity intact.

Should business lunches be exempt from FBT?

To provide support for small businesses, the Government should consider removing the fringe benefits tax (FBT) on business lunches and dinners.

Get your cashflow back on track

Can’t get your customers to pay on time – or at all? SmartCompany talked to accountants, financiers and debt collectors to learn how to get prompt payment, how to deal with common customer excuses, and when to bring in the lawyers.

Small businesses go under as the pollies debate

As our politicians and financial big-wigs debate whether Australia will or won’t go into a recession, it’s already too late for some of our country’s small businesses.

Your say: small businesses struggling

As Christmas approaches we are facing difficult economic times. Consumers are shopping less, and business confidence is at its lowest level in 14 years.

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