Pat Mannix

What is a 'Cryptocurrency'

A cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual currency that uses cryptography or encryption for security. A cryptocurrency is difficult to counterfeit because of this security feature. A defining feature of a cryptocurrency, and arguably its most endearing allure, is its organic nature; it is not issued by any central authority, rendering it theoretically immune to government interference or manipulation.

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What is a 'Cryptocurrency'
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Innovative investor incentives

If your innovative idea has real legs for commercialisation in business then the government has set up a tremendous incentive for venture capitalist investors. It’s a sign our politicians are wanting to support the innovation of entrepreneurial Australians and it’s also an indication of the global vision of these entrepreneurs. 

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Innovative investor incentives
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What SMSF’s absolutely need to consider prior to 30 June 2017

30 June 2017:  The wide-ranging superannuation reforms come into effect on 1 July 2017. With the changes come a series of issues that Trustees need to be across, even if they don’t immediately affect you or your fund:

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What SMSF’s absolutely need to consider prior to 30 June 2017
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Wage increases less than 2 months away – don’t be caught out and always protect your Capital!

Accountant found to be an accessory for “wilful blindness” towards underpaid employees. In a precedent-setting decision by the Federal Circuit Court, an accountancy firm has been found accessorily liable for the underpayments of the employees of one of its clients.

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Wage increases less than 2 months away – don’t be caught out and always protect your Capital!
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BIG tax breaks

Fantastic News, there is an increase to the aggregated turnover threshold to $10 million for access to small business tax concessions from 2016-17.  This means that any businesses with an aggregated turnover of under $10 million can now ....

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BIG tax breaks
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The Budget Wrap 2017

The Budget was delivered last night and there is a mix of good and bad news for our clients and prospective clients at Paris Financial. I will try and zero in on the key points and give a brief comment. The very large caveat here is that all this budget information is NOT law yet but everyone should be moving and starting to think about the consequences of these changes.

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The Budget Wrap 2017
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Tony Fiedler & team join Paris Financial

AP Business Advisory Services has joined the Paris Financial team. We extend a huge welcome to Tony Fiedler, Socheata Be and Deb Loughnane who are relocating to our Blackburn office.

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Tony Fiedler & team join Paris Financial
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Tax Planning for 2016/17 Financial Year

April is a vital month for tax and superannuation planning. With 9 months of the financial year locked away significant trends or changes from the previous financial year will be well established.

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Tax Planning for 2016/17 Financial Year
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