Balance Business Partners

01/10/2026

Too good not to share!!

From 30 Nov 2026, The ATO will no longer be accepting card payments for your BASs, so maybe your business should consider other payment options as well 🤷‍♂️

Need to also remember that card payment has saved businesses quite a bit of time at POS, end of day and then banking. So, need to weigh up the options and what works for you 🤔

A Sydney café owner has marked the removal of card surcharges by installing a coin-operated cover over the EFTPOS machine, charging customers 50c to access the terminal.

Customers without change can buy a 50-cent coin at the counter for $1.

The owner said customers had already started holding the cover open for the person behind them.

19/09/2026

Great day at the Self Seen Golf Fundraiser! Thanks to Lifestyle Group for putting on a great day ⛳️

Lots of laughs and a few too many shots with these legends 🙌

08/09/2026

📢 Attn: Bookkeepers/BAS Agents/Xero Legends!!

Our amazing Client Services Coordinator is moving on, and while we're sad to see them go, we're excited to be searching for the next superstar to join our team.

We're looking for an experienced Bookkeeper who wants to be part of a supportive, positive, and professional workplace. You'll be joining an awesome team that genuinely enjoys working together, with flexible work arrangements on offer.

If you're passionate about helping clients, love keeping things organised, and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Apply via SEEK:

Client service coordinator with bookkeeping experience for growing accounting team.

04/06/2026

Quick chat with our friends at Strive Finance - Mortgage Broker 🤓

15/12/2025

Thank you & Merry Christmas 🎄

Thank you for being with us this year. We wish you a safe, happy Christmas and a restful New Year break. We look forward to supporting you again in 2026.

Office closed: 22 Dec – 5 Jan
Essential payroll and urgent payments only during this time. ✨

02/10/2025

📌 Rental Repairs vs Capital Improvements
Understanding the difference can save you at tax time! 💰

When you spend money on your rental property, it matters how you classify the expense:

🔧 Repairs & Maintenance

Fixing a leaking tap
Replacing damaged fencing
➡️ Claimed in full the same year, if the issue happened while earning rental income.

🏗️ Capital Improvements

Renovations
Structural upgrades
Fixing pre-existing damage
➡️ Claimed over time:

🔹 Capital works: Claimed at 2.5% per year over 40 years
🔹 Depreciating assets: Claimed over their effective life
🔹 Initial repairs: Usually form part of the cost base for CGT (not immediately deductible)

💡 Tip: If you carry out repairs right after purchase to fix existing issues, these are usually treated as part of the cost of acquiring the property and not deductible. They may help reduce your capital gain when you sell but won’t lower your rental income now.

Want more info?
We’ve broken this down in more detail in our latest newsletter - check it out here:

https://mailchi.mp/9878c8f54c74/feb-2025-bbp-newsletter-4889712

24/09/2025

Still spending your nights buried in bookkeeping instead of growing your business?

You’re not alone, but it doesn’t have to be that way.

💬 “Since working with Joel and the team, I don’t even have to think about bookkeeping – it’s just taken care of.”
– Happy Client Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Bookkeeping shouldn’t take over your week. We help business owners stay on top of their numbers without the stress.

✅ Bookkeeping & BAS
✅ Payroll Support
✅ Reconciliations & Reporting
✅ Catch-up Bookkeeping

Let us handle the books, so you can get back to business.

Book a free initial meeting – in Port Macquarie or via Zoom.

📩 [email protected]
🤳 02 8120 8922

03/09/2025

ITR Deadline Approaching 🚨

The October deadline for Individual Tax Returns is fast approaching! 🗓️ If you’re feeling strapped for time or overwhelmed, don’t stress Tax Agents have an extension until May 2026 to file your return, subject to certain considerations.

If you’ve got a lot on your plate, let us handle your tax matters so you can focus on what really matters!

📧 [email protected]

20/08/2025

📣 Friendly BAS Reminder
Just a quick heads-up for all our business friends:

🗓️ July Monthly BAS is due 21 August
🗓️ June Quarterly BAS (via tax agent) is due 25 August

Do you know how much money you are collecting on behalf of the ATO each week in GST and PAYG?? Not to mention PAYG Instalments 🤪

If you need a hand or have questions, we’re here to help!

13/08/2025

🚨 Important Update for Study Loan Holders 🚨

📅 New Changes to Study & Training Support Loans Now Law! 📅

Good news for study loan holders! As of 1 June 2025, a 20% debt reduction has been introduced to help ease your loan burden. Here’s what you need to know:

🔹 What’s Changing?

* A 20% debt reduction will be applied to your loan if it existed on 1 June 2025.
* The 2025 indexation will adjust to the lower loan amount after the reduction.
* Compulsory repayment threshold for 2025-26 has increased to $67,000.

🔹 How Does This Affect You?
* You will receive a notification once the debt reduction is applied to your loan.
* If you’ve made any extra repayments, you may get a refund – make sure your bank details are up to date to get it faster!

🔹 Tax Tips for the 2025–26 Year:
* Continue filing your tax return as usual – the loan reduction won’t affect the amount you report.
* If you make PAYG instalments, your instalment rate won’t change until 2026-27, but ensure it’s accurate to avoid a tax bill later on.

Make sure you’re informed and prepared! 📊