Taking Care of Business

A receipt does not automatically make something tax deductible. In this episode of Taking Care of Business,  breaks down some of the most common tax misconceptions people make; from employees and business owners to rental property owners. We look at why keeping a receipt is only part of the story, why a tax deduction does not mean you get all your money back, why private expenses do not magically...

Record keeping might not be the most exciting part of business, but it can make a real difference at tax time. In this episode of Taking Care of Business, Cat Paz breaks down the records small business owners should keep, how long they keep them and how to set up a simple system that does not take over your life. From receipts and invoices to payroll, motor vehicle claims, GST records, and digital...

Most business owners want change fast but they havent made space for it in the week. Break down the ‘Perfect Week’ method with Cat Paz including, simple calendar zones and themed days so you actually save time at work on the business (not just in it). Remember, the advice in this podcast is general in nature and people should seek expert advice for their own financial situation.

When you start a business, it’s easy to choose the structure that looks the cheapest, quickest and simplest. But that decision can have a major impact on your tax, personal risk, flexibility and future growth. In this episode, Cat breaks down business structures in plain English for small business owners. You’ll learn the difference between sole traders, partnerships, companies and trusts, why the...

If you’ve been stuck in the mindset of “I know what to do, but I’m not doing it,” this episode explains why. Cat Paz unpacks the belief-behaviour-action loop that quietly runs your business decisions, how to break it and why the discomfort you feel while changing is a sign your on the right track. Reminder, the advice in this podcast is general in nature and people should seek expert advice for th...

Ever said, “I swear I’m working just to pay tax”? You’re not alone and you’re not crazy. Most small business owners aren’t dealing with one tax – they’re dealing with income tax, GST, PAYG withholding, PAYG instalments, super, payroll tax, TFN withholding, and sometimes capitol gains tax – all with different rules and timing. Cat Paz breaks each one down in plain English and gives you a simple Tax...

Ever felt super confident about learning something new in your business only to discover you barely understood the surface? That’s the Dunning-Kruger Effect; when early knowledge creates oversized confidence and quietly leads to expensive decisions. In this episode, Catpaz breaks down what it means in simple terms, unpacks how it shows up in business and provides six practical safeguards to keep y...

Payday Super is a quiet but powerful reform starting July 1 that will fundamentally change how small businesses pay superannuation. It’s tightening the payment window, and if you’re not prepared, it can create a weekly cashflow shock and compliance pressure. In this episode, Catpaz breaks down the key changes and how you can feel better prepared. Remember, the advice in this podcast is general in...

Scams don’t work because business owners are stupid, they work because you’re busy; juggling multiple things at once and always on the move. Every scam has a predictable ‘anatomy’ designed to trigger panic or excitement and bypass your thinking brain. Catpaz exposes the common skeleton behind every scam, giving you  seven critical red flags to spot a threat in seconds. Plus, she explains a protect...