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How Tradies Can Price for Profit in 2026
If you’re pricing jobs the same way you did two years ago, it’s probably costing you more than you think. Too many Aussie trade businesses are busy on the tools but slipping behind on quoting. With rising costs and tighter margins, those who know what each job is...
How to Protect Your Profit Margins in 2026
Small business margins are under pressure across Australia, and 2026 isn’t likely to bring much relief. Wages are rising, inflation remains high, and business expenses like materials, utilities, and rent continue to climb faster than prices can adjust. ABS data shows...
3 Signs Your Business is a Profitable Investment
Profit alone doesn’t make a business valuable. A truly profitable investment converts sales into cash quickly, runs efficiently without relying on you every day, and grows in value year after year. Here are three clear signs your business is a smart investment. 1....
How Much Should Business Owners Pay Themselves?
You’re growing, leading a team, and pushing for the next milestone — but how much should you pay yourself without starving the business or triggering tax issues? It comes down to two guiding principles: → Pay yourself a market-rate salary if the business can support...
The Hidden Impact of WIP and Income in Advance on Construction Cash Flow
Cash flow headaches are something almost every builder or tradie has experienced. You’re busy on site, projects are moving, and clients seem happy. But when you check the bank account… “Where has all the cash gone?”. Unpaid...
Should You Reinvest Profits or Bank Them?
Every profitable business eventually faces the same decision: what should we do with the surplus cash? Some owners immediately look to reinvest in growth opportunities to multiply returns. Others prefer to hold back, building cash reserves to safeguard against the...
Building a 12-Month Cash Buffer in Your Business
Cash flow is one of the biggest stress points for small business owners, especially when sales slow down or unexpected costs pop up. Not to mention keeping up with inflation and the high cost of materials and goods. That’s where a 12-month cash buffer becomes a...
The Key To Knowing When You Are Ready to Hire
Hiring is a big decision for any small business owner. Many owners rely on their gut instinct or make reactive hiring decisions without fully considering how it will impact their cash flow and operations. Hiring before your business is financially ready can stretch...
How to Stay Ahead of Surprise Tax Bills
No one likes being caught off guard by a tax bill with an outrageous amount to pay to the ATO, especially when cash flow is already tight. It’s stressful as a business owner to have to fork out a huge lump sum that was completely unexpected. But it’s often completely...
Subcontractors vs Employees: What it Means for Your Books and Payroll
If you're running a building and construction business, one of the first big decisions you'll face is whether to bring someone on as an employee or engage them as a subcontractor. It might seem like a simple decision based on flexibility or cost, but it has a big...