#Small Business Finance
Efic helping high-growth business take on export opportunities
Seeing Machines has gone from strength to strength since 2000, when the business was founded as part of an association with Australian National University. Today it is at the forefront of driver monitoring technology and has more than 200 staff and operations across the world; including the US, the UK, South America, Europe and in […]
New export loan opening up international markets for Aussie businesses: Frankland Islands Cruises and Intersective
Australian small businesses Frankland Islands Cruises and Intersective are among the first to benefit from Efic’s new Small Business Export Loan. The latest finance offering from Australia’s export finance agency, is designed to meet the needs of small businesses seeking export finance, with a focus on convenience and speed throughout the online application and approval process. The […]
Depreciation made simple for small business
Depreciation has been made simpler for small business in the 2012-13 income year. There are three primary changes and they may impact your timing of asset purchases.
Richard Branson on how to delegate control of your finances
You can’t do it all, so take this advice from the billionaire entrepreneur on how to share the responsibility of managing your company’s finances.
9 steps to choosing the right accounting system
Remember – time is money! What’s the cost to your business if you have to spend 30 hours a month of your time on your bookkeeping? With this in mind, follow these 9 steps and you’ll be well on track to choosing the right accounting solution for your business.
3 quick ways to raise cash
Where is cash when you need it? Here’s an in-depth look at the art of raising good debt over bad in a world characterised by a number of emerging new trends.
Spring clean your finances in 6 steps
As anyone running a business will know, it’s all too easy to slip into bad habits when it comes to financial management. So, just as you’d spring clean your house, September is also the time to revisit your finances.
What can the big four offer your business?
All the big banks say they’re the best for small business, but they also all want a piece of this large part of the market. To cut through the confusion, here’s an in-depth look at what each bank claims to have to offer SMBs.
How to use superannuation to improve cashflow
They say there aren’t too many benefits of ageing, but a scheme called the Transition to Retirement Pension allows for bit of nifty restructuring that can reduce wages and increase cashflow – two benefits not to be sniffed at.
Five steps to get your business finances in order
Establishing solid corporate and accounting strategies from the start is critical when launching a business. Consider this advice to get off on the right financial foot.
Six easy ways to prepare for the carbon tax
With the carbon tax just weeks away from becoming a reality, almost half of all small businesses say they’re in the dark about a legislation that’s very likely to have an impact on their livelihoods. Use these tips to prepare your business for the incoming tax.
Expert tips for appearing more attractive to the banks
Seeking finance can be a daunting task, even for the most confident business owner. With careful planning and a clear view of what the banks are looking for, however, the burden of obtaining finance can be greatly reduced.
Simple strategies to get paid quicker
It’s only logical to want to be paid for the work you complete as quickly as possible, but this just isn’t always the way it happens. Here are four simple strategies to shorten the length of time between completing a job and getting paid.
Sustainable borrowing is a great way to grow your business
Managing cash flow is one of the greatest challenges faced by rapidly growing businesses and without proper management, poor cash flow can stunt, or even end your growth before it’s reached its potential.