In this month's edition of Business Matters, we take a close look at how the ATO can help if you can't afford to pay your tax obligations immediately, changes to the expense claims for business vehicles and how Covid-19 may affect this years tax return. We also look at options for free marketing for your business and the critical steps you should take before setting up a business partnership.

COVID-19 is putting serious financial pressure on Australian businesses, so it is crucial to know what government support is available to help support your business. The Government announced on 12 March 2020 that the new Boosting Cash Flow for Employers measure will be increased to provide up to $100,000 for eligible small and medium-sized businesses. We take a look at the Job Keeper payment and other government initiatives to help businesses through this period.

In first edition of Business Matters for 2020 we're starting the year by looking at the ways you can start the new decade with impact for your business. We also talk about CGT on Commercial Property sales and the simplification of Activity Statements by the ATO, hiring friends and family as well as the legal requirements for unpaid staff, Staff awards and incentives and much more. The new year is often a time when our clients are looking at making changes including business name changes so we're taking a look at how this can be achieved.

In the November Edition of Business Matters we look at Deduction Rules for Small Business and some of the different processes for calculating/claiming on your assets. Considerations when implementing surveillance in the workplace has become a much talked about topic in the last couple of years so we look at Business obligations with regards to staff surveillance. We also have information regarding dealing with negative customer reviews, what to do if your business records are lost or destroyed, recognising conflict of interest and much more.

In the July Edition of Business Matters we talk about a range of issues affecting your business. We look at if your business is eligible for the small business income tax offset, how you can maximise your tax deductions as a home-based business and the legal obligations of marketing as well as provide a handy resource for upcoming tax deadlines and important dates.

In the May Edition of Business Matters we take a look at your Fringe Benefits Tax obligations. How to take advantage of cashless business. We also look at ATO increases for fuel tax credits and the requirements for Single Touch Payroll and how businesses can utilise Remote Workers.