As a tradie, you’ve got a lot on your plate – running jobs, managing clients, and keeping your business ticking over. It’s easy to let tax planning and bookkeeping slip to the bottom of the list. But here’s the thing: waiting until June could cost you more than you think. Tax Planning Isn’t Just for

At Tradies Bookkeeping, we don’t just do bookkeeping. We help tradies and small business owners get control over their finances, stay on top of their priorities, and make better decisions with confidence. But how do we do that? We start with our core values – the five things we live and work by every day.

Massive news for tradies—starting today, the ATO has confirmed that all Friday arvo knock-offs are now fully tax deductible! 🍻 Pies, parmis, and even that extra round for the crew? Claimable. Just ask the pub for a receipt that says ‘Business Networking Expense’ and you’re good to go! …Alright, we’ll come clean now that we’ve

A couple of weeks ago the NSW Government announced you will need to reconfirm your employee headcount and level of decline each fortnight in order for your business to continue receiving fortnightly JobSaver Payments. The fortnight initially chosen by Service NSW was the period 30th August to 11th (should have been 12th) September but after

If you’re a small business owner or tradie, you’ve got until 30th June 2025, to take advantage of the $20,000 instant asset write-off – but there’s no guarantee it’ll continue after that. If the threshold drops back to $1,000, this could be your last chance to claim a big tax deduction on tools, vehicles, and

As February rolls on, there are some key financial updates that could seriously impact your business. Staying on top of these changes will help with cash flow, business growth, and tax savings. 💵📈 🔔 1. RBA Cuts Interest Rates – What It Means for Tradies: The Reserve Bank of Australia has dropped the cash rate

A few months ago, I had an arborist come to my place to tackle some tree pruning. The job was done well – no issues there. But what happened next? The invoice took almost THREE MONTHS to arrive! 🤯 We were more than understanding, but after a few follow-ups, we still didn’t hear anything. I

February’s in full swing, and many tradies are flat out with jobs. But one thing that often gets overlooked? Cash flow. When you’re spending up front on materials and putting in hard work, the last thing you want is to wait months to get paid. That’s why asking for upfront deposits is becoming a smart

As February heats up, tradies across Australia are busy with projects, but there’s one thing you shouldn’t overlook: clear payment terms. They’re a simple but effective way to protect your cash flow and avoid unnecessary stress in the busiest months of the year. Why Clear Payment Terms Are Crucial for Tradies This February💸 Get Paid

With the kids heading back to school next week, it’s time to get serious about your business. 👷‍♂️👷‍♀️ We get it – your books can feel like the homework you keep putting off. 😬 But leaving it until tax time or when it’s too late? That’s a recipe for stress. 😱 Now’s the perfect time