Insurance
How can your small business prepare for tax time?
16 May
With 2024 now well underway, tax season is just around the corner. While getting ready to close off the books and lodge the annual return isn’t something many small business owners look forward to, there’s a lot you can do to make it more...[Read More]
Five ways to keep your business insurance costs down in 2024
16 May
With costs rising across the board, maintaining margins and profitability is a challenge for Australia’s two million-odd small business owners. Finding ways to cut costs is vital for many. But some expenses are essential, and insurance is one of...[Read More]
Underwriting explained: What role does an insurance underwriter play?
9 May
If you have a business, chances are you have insurance cover. Depending on the nature of your enterprise, you may hold property, workers’ compensation, public liability, professional indemnity, business interruption and cyber policies. Then...[Read More]
Guide to setting up a small business
9 May
Starting a small business is an exciting adventure that requires careful planning and organisation. There are several essential steps to take, from registering for an Australian Business Number (ABN) to setting up financial systems and securing...[Read More]
Five key business trends for small business’ success in 2024
2 May
As Australia grapples with inflation and rising interest rates, the economic forecast for the next year appears subdued. With the Reserve Bank projecting a mere 1.75% GDP growth by June 2024, small businesses are facing increased pressure to...[Read More]
How to protect yourself and your business from cyber identity theft
2 May
The possibility of having cyber criminals make your personal details public is worrying enough, but did you know that criminals can also use this information to damage your business? “When a company’s security is compromised criminals often put...[Read More]
What is product liability insurance?
25 April
Product liability insurance is part of public liability insurance. It helps protect businesses that manufacture, sell and import products that are bought and used by the public. This cover provides protection when someone claims to have suffered...[Read More]
How to protect your business from an economic downturn
25 April
In today’s climate of uncertainty, small businesses are facing a number of challenges. Along with higher interest rates, cyber threats and new technologies such as artificial intelligence, there’s the looming risk of recession. Vincent Nair,...[Read More]
Fortifying the Frontlines: 10 Cybersecurity Strategies for Small Businesses in the Digital Age
18 April
Integrating cybersecurity into the fabric of small business operations requires both strategic planning and practical measures. Here are the top 10 tips to fortify small businesses against cyber threats, underscoring the necessity for...[Read More]
Ways to ensure your small business is well insured in 2024
18 April
Insurance is essential for every Australian business. Designed to help you recover following an accident or incident, it’s can arguably be one of your most important investments. But it can also represent a significant expense. That’s why it...[Read More]
Business interruption insurance
11 April
A crucial though sometimes overlooked safeguard, business interruption insurance provides financial protection for companies facing unexpected disruptions. But who exactly is it for? The short answer: any business that wants to ensure continuity...[Read More]
A guide to hiring your first employee
11 April
So your business is getting so busy that you need a helping hand? Great stuff. Here’s a guide to hiring your first employee. Congratulations – hiring your first employee is a mammoth step in the journey of any business. It’s also a risky...[Read More]
Going out on your own: a guide to insurance for freelancers
4 April
There’s a lot to like about working for yourself, including freedom and flexibility. But it’s not without its risks. Things can go wrong, and your income and personal assets could be at risk without the right insurance cover. In a worst-case...[Read More]
How to manage inflation in your small business
3 April
While inflation may have peaked, Australian businesses of all stripes are feeling the pinch, and there may be a long road ahead. Wages, energy, raw materials and services have all become more expensive. So has the cost of servicing debt for small...[Read More]
What insurance do events companies need?
27 March
Each event comes with unique risks, from corporate conferences to music festivals. Weather disruptions, venue mishaps, supplier failures, and unforeseen cancellations are just a few pitfalls that could derail even the most meticulously planned...[Read More]