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What is a Directors Penalty Notice (DPN)? A DPN refers to an ATO issued notice for unpaid tax liabilities which directors can become personally liable for. As we enter into the recovery phase of the pandemic, the ATO is recognising the resumption of...

Running a business can be very rewarding but also very draining at times.   Here at Greenhalgh Pickard we aim to help all ranges of business from sole traders to companies. Managing cash flow is one of the responsibilities crucial to success. In this article we...

Structuring can extend beyond the use of a single entity; for example, a single business operation does not have to be confined to only a single company. There are combinations of companies, trusts, partnerships, and joint ventures, which may benefit certain types and...

A company is a business structure in which you create a legal entity separate from its owners and operators that is owned by its shareholders, unlike sole trader and partnership structures where you retain the legal responsibility personally. This separate legal...

A sole trader is the simplest form of business structure.   It is defined as a business owned and operated by one person in their name. It can be relatively easy and inexpensive to set up; however, as a sole trader you’re legally responsible for...

Traditionally operating a business through a company has been seen as a way of protecting personal assets from a business’ creditors. In recent years the ATO has extended its reach to company directors making them liable to PAYG, super guarantee and...