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Accountant or Bookkeeper...?

Accountants and bookkeepers...both integral in helping your business be the best it can be, but what's the difference between them?

Accountants and bookkeepers...both integral in helping your business be the best it can be, but what's the difference between them?

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Your Business

When is it time to talk business structure?

Structure...it's something that's super important in your business, but how do you know when it's time to talk it with your accountant?

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Your Business

How to set up your own budget!

So where do you even start when it comes to budgeting in your business? Well, we've got some steps for you to follow!

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Your Local Accountant

Tax

Everything you need to know about ATO Payment Plans!

It's time to talk payment plans, what are they, how do you get one and what do you need to do once you have one? Well, it's all answered right here!

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Your Local Accountant

Xero

Xerocon 2023 Wrap!

Xerocon 2023 has been and gone and now and now it's time for our team to let you know a little about what they learned for you!

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Your Business

Financial Fundamentals for Tradies!

Ever wondered what those terms your accountant might use to talk business with you actually mean? Well, here's a little cheat sheet for all you tradies out there!

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Your Business

How Do Your Books Stack Up?

It's a new year (well, kinda for us it is!) and it's time to have a dive into bookkeeping and ask the question, how do your books stack up? Well, legendary bookkeeper Rogo is ready to run you through it all here! Have a read!

Andrew Rogerson

Bookkeeper

Your Business

How To Hit June 30 With Gusto!

The end of financial year is coming ⏰....so here's how to be prepared and ready to hit the new financial year with a bang! 💥

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Your Business

Another week...another budget? What!?

The federal budget is out and about...and now it's the Victorian Government's turn to roll out some budget...things. There's a few changes that might relate to you, so give it a read!

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Your Local Accountant

Tax

Auditcover? What is that Illumin8!

We're offering something we never have before at Illumin8, AuditCover is here!

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Your Local Accountant

Your Business

Making Cents Of The 2023-24 Budget!

Another year, another budget, but how do you make cents (nice pun marketing guy!) of what you're reading? We've got you covered!

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Your Local Accountant

Personal Finances

Applying for Finance? Here's what you should know...

Applying for finance or loan? Here’s the ins outs, the what’s and the why’s and a few little bits to know before you apply!

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Your Business

Creatives & Finances...a jargon free guide!

A jargon free guide to tracking and tracing your finances as a creative. It's not often a pairing that is talked about much...but it should be! Let's see why.

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Your Business

STP Phase 2 is coming...here's what you need to know!

STP Phase 2 is on the way...but we've got you covered in what you'll need to do to get set up before the deadline of March 31! Take a look.

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In 2023 The Illumin8 Team Predicts That....

A new year and it's time to see what the Illumin8 team thinks 2023 could hold!

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Lifestyle

Why 2023 is the year of letting go

It's the start of another year...and here's why it's a big one when it comes to letting go.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Your Business

Fail to plan...plan to...restart that resolution!

How to get back into the swing of things and how to make those new year resolutions (personal & business) stick in 2024!

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Your Local Accountant

Your Business

Porpoise or Purpose Conference...let us explain!

Our resident business sherpa Jason Williams packed his backpack for Sydney last month to hit up the Purpose Conference (which was mistakenly heard as Porpoise Conference as well) to learn more about what it means to be a purposeful business leader.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Your Business

Sneaky budget update!

Budget drop...again! Just a little update from the Government as they roll out their first budget in power, so here's the summary!

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Your Business

Digital Jobs Program Open!

Want to hire someone for a 12 week project? This might be the perfect solution...and the government will help pay some of their wage!

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Your Business

Director ID. Here's how to apply!

Yep, the date to make sure you apply for your Director's ID is coming in hot! If you're looking for a guide on how to apply, look no further, we've got you covered.

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Your Local Accountant

Xero

Xerocon. Part Two!

Part one was all about the speakers, this time, it's all about the tech! Check out the tech that peaked our teams interest at Xerocon.

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Your Local Accountant

Xero

Xerocon. Part One!

We hit up Xerocon a few weeks ago, so here's what we learned from some of the keynote speakers at the conference!

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Your Local Accountant

Tax

Crypto & Tax....what do I do!

Wondering what to do with your Crypto when it comes to tax time? In short, declare it!

Shane Scott

Head of Process Technology

Your Business

Profit Metrics That Matter

Profit is great...but are you calculating it properly to get the most out of your business? Here are a few metrics that may help you discover more when it comes to your profit.

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Xero

STP Finalisation Time!

That's right, as Europe once sang...it's the final countdown! We can neither confirm nor deny if they were singing about the countdown to submitting your STP by July 14 though...

Simone Black

Bookkeeping Manager

Personal Finances

EOFY 2022

If this year has gone by in the blink of an eye, we’ve got you covered for all things end of financial year.

Christina Houndalas

Accountant

At Illumin8

10 Years of Illumin8

We're celebrating 10 Years Of Illumin8! Here are a few thoughts from our team, and some kind messages from our industry and clients.

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Your Business

2022 Illumin8 Budget Recap

In the 9th edition of this government's budget, will they break out any new tunes or stick to playing the hits?

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Tax

Tax Planning - Let's get Fiscal

It's tax planning season - and personally, my favourite time of year (I'm weird like that). So, what do you need to think about when it comes to tax savings in the lead up to 30 June?

Amanda Oppel

Accountant

Xero

How to pay people using Xero

So you have just taken on your first employee (congrats!) and now you have to pay them! Here's how...

Shane Scott

Head of Process Technology

Covid

2022 COVID Support Packages

New year, new support for small businesses. Updated as info comes to hand.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

At Illumin8

Are you running this year?

2022 is upon us - what a time to be alive!

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

At Illumin8

Farewell Mav

Excitement and fear - The two contradicting but so often coupled emotions that come with a significant change. That was me 19 months ago.

Your Business

Australian director ID is HERE!

The Australian director ID is HERE! If you want to become a director or are already one, you'll need a director ID.

Superannuation

Stapled Super Funds for Employees

Coming soon from the ATO, a plan to help reduce superannuation account fees.

Kate Stathis

Head of Bookkeeping

Covid

Rent Relief Scheme for Business Owners

We could all use a little relief, but it's a little (lot) more complicated this time around.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Covid

Latest Government COVID Support - Victoria

An ever-updating list of what's available for Victorian Business.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

At Illumin8

M8's Rates from Illumin8

We're here to look after our M8's

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

At Illumin8

Budget 2021-22 Recap!

So what were the real takeaways from last night, and are any going to have a real impact on you? Let's dive into it...

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Your Business

Got a business car? It's FBT time!

As the end of the Fringe Benefits Tax year draws near, 31 March, there are a few things you need to know if you use a motor vehicle in your business.

Shane Scott

Head of Process Technology

Covid

Fair Work Australia - Employer Lockdown Responsibilities

What are your employer obligations to employees during a lockdown scenario?

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

At Illumin8

I started a job in a pandemic!

Starting a new job in a pandemic? It doesn't have to be an awful experience.

Keira Patman

Junior Accountant

Covid

JobMaker - Are we Keeping, Seeking or Making?

Meet me on the other side (of JobKeeper)

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Your Business

Digital Adaptation - To adapt or not? UPDATED AGAIN!

A few changes to the existing Victorian Small Business Digital Adaption Program (Rebate), making it easier to apply than before.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Covid

JobKeeper Extension - Monthly Declaration Time

Now is time to get your first monthly business declaration for the JobKeeper Extension in, here's how.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

At Illumin8

A HUNDRED BILLION DOLLARS! (less a bit)

The story that is the 2020-21 federal budget and beyond.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Covid

Am I eligible for JobKeeper 2.0?

So the big question that everyone wants to know, AM I ELIGIBLE FOR JOBKEEPER 2.0? Let's have a really quick look.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Covid

JobKeeper 2.0 - The eagle has landed

Like flying into Heathrow Airport, JobKeeper 2.0 has been circling for weeks leaving you with your seatbelt on and desperate for the toilet. Now that it has landed.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Covid

Changes to Fair Work, not fair work

With fairs still restricted due to the coronavirus and the 5km radius limiting my ability to run away to the circus, focus turns in the other Fair Work.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Covid

Testing, (alternative) testing, one two...

With mere days to go before the end of an era (JobKeeper 1.0), J-Fry finally dropped the long-awaited legislation behind the Alternative Decline in Turnover Test Rules.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Covid

JobKeeper Update 1.1.6 (or what feels like 3.14159265359)

More Changes, More Explanations, More GIF's

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Superannuation

Super(annuation) Blog

Do you have some outstanding superannuation guarantee (SG) payments for your employees for the period 1 July 1992 to 31 March 2018? Read on.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

At Illumin8

We needed a sherpa

Introducing our new Business Sherpa Jason Williams

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Xero

Finalising Single Touch payroll In Xero

Providing year end summaries to your team this year will be a touch different than in the past - there's this ol thang we know as Single Touch Payroll (STP). Lets walk through how to finalise in Xero.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

At Illumin8

Illumin8's EOFY Highlights

Taking some time to reflect at the end of the FY

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Your Business

The 2020 EOFY run down

For those of you about to spiral into a full-blown meltdown - stop right there!! Here's a quick and easy run down of all things EOFY.

Amanda Oppel

Accountant

Covid

Working From Home This Pandemic?

They say ‘home is where the heart is’ but it is also the place where you don’t have to wear pants. Very casual Friday. But what does this mean for tax?

Christina Houndalas

Accountant

Covid

Can Hospitality Return to Normal Post Corona?

Hospitality is an industry hit hard by the global pandemic. For many small business owners looking to open the doors again, it won't be easy. There's a number of requirements to adhere too. Here's our summary.

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Covid

Is Your Workplace Prepared for the Welcoming Party?

If you're looking at having employees back in your workplace, now is a great time to make sure you're up to date on the latest Work Health and Safety guidelines.

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Your Business

How to do a Month-End Close Properly

Get on top of your books with these weekly and monthly checklists

Kate Stathis

Head of Bookkeeping

Your Business

How to Complete the Monthly Jobkeeper Report

Jobkeeper reporting is now live - here's your "how to" guide

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Covid

JobKeeper & Dismissals

Keep up to date with changes during this period.

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Covid

Am I eligible for Jobkeeper?

Here the down low on what it takes to qualify for Jobkeeper payments

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Covid

How to Enrol for Jobkeeper Payments

Jobkeeper enrolment is now live - here's your "how to" guide

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Covid

COVID-19: Business Fact Sheet

A running update on COVID-19 and how it affects businesses.

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Your Business

Do you want a tax deduction with that?

Confused about what is and isn't a tax deductible business expense? We're clearing the air!

Amanda Oppel

Accountant

At Illumin8

Is Your Business A Horror Show?

Is your business a horror story?

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Personal Finances

What is myGovID and What do I Need to Know for My Business?

myGovID is the spiritual successor to AUSkey, and will be the way you authenticate with the business portal, as well as a bunch of other services going forward.

Shane Scott

Head of Process Technology

At Illumin8

Times Are Changing

We are stoked to announce that our own Mick and Shane have officially joined the ownership team here at Illumin8.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

At Illumin8

Together is Better

Every year I take some time over the Christmas break to pause and ponder - what will define the year ahead for Illumin8? This year, I believe is the year of being better, together.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Lifestyle

We're supporting local this Christmas!

We love to support local clients and their businesses, especially as we get closer to Christmas! This year we want to spread the love and promote the amazing products they create.

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Your Business

Illumin8's 12 Tips for Christmas

We don't have to tell you twice that Christmas is a crazy time of year. Whether your business is super busy or not busy enough, the season can feel overwhelming. We've compiled some tips to nudge you in the right direction!

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Illumin8's Annual Shindig 2019

We don't need much convincing to throw a party, and celebrating with the Illumin8 extended family is a pretty great excuse.

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Your Business

How To Get Money Out of Your Business

The first and most important thing to understand is that the business account is only for the business – it is not your personal bank account. Unless you are a sole trader, the money in the account is not your money. 

Amanda Oppel

Accountant

Xero

Xerocon 19 - Our Highlights

As good as any excuse to get to Brisbane is to a bunch of Victorian accountants, #defrosting, Xerocon continually proves to be so much more than a conference with weather perks.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Lifestyle

6 Money Podcasts That Won't Put You To Sleep

What better way to break up the morning commute, or unwind on the weekend than listening to a podcast about… money. Are we right? Stay with us here. Financial podcasts can be interesting. Dare we say it, entertaining!

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Superannuation

Self Managed Superannuation - Is It Right For You?

You’re invited to our Self Managed Superannuation seminar. It’s taking place at the Mornington Golf Club on the 29th of August. Join us for drinks and canapés.

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Xero

Xero, the Marie Kondo of the Accounting World?

You've probably heard us talk about Xero.. Maybe a lot? But why do we keep going on about? And why do make it the software of choice for Illumin8? Well, it's not an exhaustive list, but here's a few reason how Xero can help you!

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Superannuation

SMSF? What's Going On & Is It For You?

You might have heard we're running a little event on SMSF, what's happening in the space, and where the opportunities lie.

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Your Business

Using a budget to build your team

Old mate Andrew shared a few nuggets on how to bring your team on the journey using a budget.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

At Illumin8

Bookkeeping, Our Next Lightbulb Moment

Jumping into a new season, we've had another lightbulb moment.

Kate Stathis

Head of Bookkeeping

Your Business

Did the 2019 Financial Year Deliver?

As the 2019 financial year draws to a close, was this year all that you had hoped it would be?

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Your Business

A Better Business Chat with Daniela De Fazio & Scott McKenzie

Earlier this year, we released our guide to better business. The guide was created with a number of fantastic contributions from leading experts from around Australia. We speak with Daniela De Fazio & Scott McKenzie.

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Your Business

A Better Business Chat with Andrew Van De Beek & Carly Amado

Earlier this year, we released our guide to better business. The guide was created with a number of fantastic contributions from leading experts from around Australia. We speak with Andrew Van De Beek & Carly Amado.

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Your Business

Do You Employ People?

Single Touch Payroll is happening. Get yourself sorted. Watch this quick video from Andy.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Tax

Hey Bill - We're for the People

Accountants, we’re for the people. The people who are building businesses, actually making jobs, dreaming up the future Australia, and bloody well contributing to the tax system. 

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Personal Finances

My Mortgage Freedom First Home Buyers Seminar

With all the negative press out there saying how hard it is to buy your first home. My Mortgage Freedom invites you to attend a FREE seminar for all First Home Buyers.

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Your Local Accountant

Tax

Budget 2019 - A Quick Illumin8 Wrap Up

The Treasurer Josh Frydenberg dropped the 2019 #Budget last night. The big takeaway being, #BackInTheBlack! And as always, we've whipped up a quick summary of what caught our attention, and what you need to look out for. What did you think?

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Your Business

A Better Business Chat with James O'Reily & Sean Murphy

Earlier this year, we released our guide to better business. The guide was created with a number of fantastic contributions from leading experts from around Australia. We speak with James O'Reily & Sean Murphy.

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At Illumin8

The Single Touch Payroll Info Sessions

We know Single Touch Payroll might be confusing, and that's why we're running two events to help you get up to scratch, so come July, you're ready to smash STP.

Kate Stathis

Head of Bookkeeping

Personal Finances

How to master Record Keeping for Individuals & Small Business

Got your record keeping nailed? We detail what's up so you'll be your accountants favourite client come tax time.

Christina Houndalas

Accountant

Lifestyle

The Lover's Guide to Tax

Generally we aren't fans of the Government interfering with our personal lives, but for couples across Australia there are big tax implications when you're in a serious relationship.

Kate Stathis

Head of Bookkeeping

Lifestyle

Andrew on Europe

As my travels came to an end I reflected on what being away taught me – about myself and about Illumin8. Turns out we're on the right track.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Lifestyle

Andrew on Brussels

Arriving in Brussels by train. His wife found herself a little worse for wear and needed to take a few days to get back in action. Andrew on the other hand, despite being disappointed about not being able to explore with her.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Lifestyle

Andrew on London

What London taught me was just a really simple little thing, but it's just to love on yourself and look after yourself a bit.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Lifestyle

Andrew on Paris

Andrew Van De Beek shares on his Paris trip.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Lifestyle

Andrew on Norwich

Our home base for this UK & Europe trip was a place to the east of London called Norwich.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Tax

The Deal with Motor Vehicle Deductions

The ATO have released their hit list, most notably is the crackdown on work related motor vehicle and travel deductions.

Michael Walter

Head of Accounting

Xero

Xero’s New Navigation – A Researched Improvement for a Better Experience

Xero has a new navigation. A navigation that will help you get stuff done. Better, quicker for both small businesses, and the accountants and bookkeepers behind the scenes.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

Lifestyle

Andrew on Amsterdam

Okay so let's talk Amsterdam. On my trip the third spot we visited was Amsterdam. Amsterdam's really kinda dear to my heart to my father's side, he's Dutch.

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

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