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Jeff Suter
Director, Dark Horse Financial
Articles by Jeff Suter
Key Takeaways ATO interest ban begins 1 July 2025. From this date, GIC and SIC on tax debts will no
No. Since 1 July 2025, the General Interest Charge (GIC) and Shortfall Interest Charge (SIC) incurred on ATO debts are
Key Takeaways From 1 July 2025, ATO interest charges (GIC and SIC) will no longer be tax-deductible. This change significantly
Key Takeaways Business overdrafts offer freight companies flexible access to working capital, helping to manage cash flow gaps due to
Key Takeaways General Interest Charge and Shortfall Interest Charge are ATO interest charges. GIC is applied to late tax payments,
Key Takeaways A mortgage offset account links to your home loan and reduces the interest charged by offsetting your loan
Key Takeaways Repayment frequency significantly affects how much interest you pay over the life of your home loan. Australian lenders
Key Takeaways Extra repayments reduce your loan principal, which lowers the interest you pay over time and helps you build
Key Takeaways Unsecured loans are rarely suitable for NDIS startups due to high interest rates, short terms, and strict eligibility
The Shortfall Interest Charge (SIC) is what the ATO charges when an amended assessment shows your business owed tax it
Key Takeaways Overdrafts help financial planners cover expenses during income gaps caused by delayed client payments or seasonal fluctuations. They
Key Takeaways Overdrafts provide quick, flexible funding for therapy businesses to manage cash flow gaps and cover daily operational costs
Key Takeaways From 1 July 2025, the ATO’s GIC and SIC will no longer be tax-deductible, increasing the effective cost
Key Takeaways Payroll overdrafts are line of credit facilities that help Australian businesses cover temporary wage shortfalls during cash flow
Key Takeaways Food processing equipment is a major investment for Australian manufacturers. They are essential for efficiency, compliance, and product
Key Takeaways Caveat loans are short-term loans that last between one and twelve months. They are secured by putting a
Key Takeaways Secured loans require security, such as property or other assets, while unsecured loans do not require any assets
Key Takeaways Caveat loans offer fast access to capital, often within 48 hours, making them ideal for urgent construction financing
Key Takeaways Business loans and lines of credit help NDIS providers manage cash flow by covering operational expenses during delayed
Key Takeaways Interest-only loans allow borrowers to pay only the interest for a set period, preserving cash flow before the
Key Takeaways Equipment financing is ideal for purchasing specific business assets, while overdrafts can be used for any business purpose,
Key Takeaways Refinancing can strengthen your financial position. When done strategically, it can lead to better loan terms, lower repayments,
Due to a small and manageable ATO debt, our client had come to us after being frustrated by the banks
Key Takeaways Packaging equipment for food businesses allows companies to acquire equipment without significant upfront costs. With proper packaging equipment,
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