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Australians are currently struggling with cost-of-living increase including essential goods such as housing, utilities, petrol and groceries. Consequently, household budgets are being altered across the country to tighten spending and temporarily alleviate financial pressures.

While Family business make up 70 per cent of the Australian economy, only 12 per cent makes it to the third generation. As the first and second generation work on and in the business, it’s crucial to try and keep it alive – to uphold the legacy and ensure the business thrives for future generations.

In this series, we look at the different perspectives of those who are most affected by forecasting and budgeting. Learn from lenders, business owners, and investors who use forecasting and budgeting for different purposes and understand how to use these tools effectively for business decisions.

Payroll remediation has become a hot topic in recent years with major issues continuing to be relevant for both small and large employers alike. Some of Australia’s most well-known brands have recently found themselves dealing with payroll issues – most often inadvertently.

Some families spend a lifetime generating wealth and hope to financially set up future generations. However, when looking at Estate Planning, sometimes families only consider one generation at a time.

The Health and Aged Care industry faces continued uncertainty, but following the Federal Budget announcements on 14 May, improvements are expected.

The results of the 2023 Family Business survey report identified top concerns for Australian family businesses in the current environment.

Ten years after the implementation of the Living Longer. Living Better Reforms, the aged care sector braces for more change. With the Federal Budget on the horizon, it will be interesting to see what considerations are given to a sector that faces continued uncertainty.

Learn why shareholder agreements are essential for governance, continuity, and protection. Explore key issues and benefits for business owners and partners.

Despite a decrease in M&A deal volumes and IPO activity in the face of economic uncertainty, Australia’s retail sector remains appealing to investors. Through our analysis of Australian retail M&A and equity markets in the 18 months to 31 December 2023, we saw the retail sector face a mix of challenges and opportunities.

The future of healthcare in Australia is marked by significant growth and transformation, driven by factors such as an aging population, technological advancements, and rising costs. While policy will inform the future direction of the sector, there are many things industry stakeholders can do now to improve their performance and ensure a sustainable future.

If you have sold or are looking to sell your business, there may be significant Capital Gains Tax (‘CGT’) on the capital gain. However, if you are a family or privately-owned business owner, you may be able to reduce your CGT through the small business CGT concessions (‘SBCGT Concessions’).