ABA Advice Beyond Accounting

02/06/2026

June is shaping up to be a busy one for Sunshine Coast businesses. 📅

Save these key dates so nothing sneaks up on you.

28/05/2026

Most small businesses pay more tax than they need to. The good news? A bit of planning goes a long way. 💡

Tax planning isn't something to scramble through in the final week of June. The best results (and biggest deductions) go to the businesses that think ahead, keep clean records, and work with their accountant year-round.

Swipe through for 4 quick wins every Sunshine Coast business owner should know, then head to our blog for more tips and tricks.

Read the full blog 👉 abaadvice.com.au/blog

A tax strategy meeting is included in all our service packages. Want to put these into action? Let's chat.

26/05/2026

Your bookkeeper should annoy you.
Hear us out. 😅

A good bookkeeper knows that guessing today creates problems tomorrow. If you only hear from yours once a month when the reports land, there's a fair chance some assumptions are being made behind the scenes.

A good one works differently. They reach out in the moment, chase the receipt, and clarify the unfamiliar transaction while it's still fresh. Yes, a few more emails in your inbox. But every one of those little check-ins is keeping your books accurate, your reporting reliable, and your tax position defensible.

So if your bookkeeper has been lightly pestering you lately, don't be annoyed. Be grateful. You've probably got yourself a good one. ✔️

At ABA, our bookkeeping works hand-in-hand with our accounting and advisory team, so your whole financial picture stays under one roof.

If you're an existing client and want to explore adding bookkeeping to your services, we'd love to chat - reach out to your accountant or drop us a line at [email protected].

22/05/2026

What if your rent could be building your retirement instead of your landlord's? 🤔

Commercial rent is one of the biggest costs for Sunshine Coast business owners, and watching it disappear each month stings. But there's another way.

By purchasing your premises through a Self Managed Super Fund, your rent payments go into your own retirement fund instead of someone else's pocket. Same concept, very different outcome.

The blog on our website covers:
✔️ A real client case study from a K***a Park plumber
✔️ The tax benefits of holding commercial property in an SMSF
✔️ The rules, risks and responsibilities
✔️ How to tell if it's right for you

If you've ever wondered whether your rent could be working harder for you, this one is well worth a read.

Read the full article 👉 abaadvice.com.au/blog

Thinking it might be a fit for your business? Book a Free Discovery Meeting and let's talk it through.

20/05/2026

Proud sponsors, prouder locals. 🌊

Loving these fresh shots of our new branding on the Headland Surf Life Saving Club boats! There's something pretty special about seeing the ABA name out on the water, backing a club that does so much for our Sunshine Coast community.

Supporting Alex SLSC is about more than sponsorship. It's about getting behind the volunteers, nippers, athletes and patrol teams who keep our beaches safe, week in and week out. We're grateful to play a small part in the bigger picture.
Keep an eye out for the boats next time you're down at Alex. 🚤

To the whole team at Alex SLSC, thank you for everything you do. We're cheering you on from the shore, from the office - and occasionally from the water, when our very own Director Matt is out on volunteer patrol duty himself! 🏄

18/05/2026

Behind every set of numbers is a business owner with a vision, and we love nothing more than getting to walk alongside them. ⚡

Since -Amp Electrical joined us in late 2024 on the recommendation of another client (the best kind of introduction!), they've been part of our Guide & Grow plan, our most popular service for established businesses in a growth phase.

It's a plan that goes well beyond tax and compliance. Together we look at the bigger picture, offering practical, proactive advice to drive profitability, hands-on support with cash flow, budgets and operating costs, and ongoing mentoring to build real financial confidence along the way.

Thank you for trusting us with your numbers, Hi-Amp. We're so proud to be part of your journey. 🔌

14/05/2026

What does an accountant actually do for your business? 🤔

Hint: It's a lot more than lodging your tax return.

At ABA, we help Sunshine Coast business owners:
✔️ Forecast cash flow
✔️ Track profit (not just revenue)
✔️ Stay compliant year-round
✔️ Make strategic decisions with confidence

This is what 'Advice Beyond Accounting' actually looks like.

Book a free discovery call today.

✉️ [email protected]
📞 07 5493 9400

Proactive accounting and business advisory services for Sunshine Coast businesses. Tax, bookkeeping, SMSF, compliance and more. Based in Birtinya. Call today.

11/05/2026

The Super Guarantee rate is currently sitting at 12%. 📈

Every time you increase a wage, your super on-costs go up with it. For many Sunshine Coast businesses, that's quietly eating into margins without anyone noticing.

If you haven't reviewed your payroll budget recently, now is the time.

We help business owners get on top of their numbers before small costs become big problems.

Book a free discovery meeting with the ABA team!

✉️ [email protected]
📞 07 5493 9400

06/05/2026

Huge congratulations to our very own accountant, Brayden Casamento, on wrapping up a massive surf lifesaving season at the Aussie Nationals! 🌊🏆

Brayden and his team at Alex Surf Club successfully defended the Taplin Town title and reclaimed the mixed Taplin crown, an incredible result.

We're so proud to have such a dedicated and driven individual on the ABA team, both in the office and on the water.

Well done, Brayden! 👏

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28/04/2026

The Sunshine Coast economy is booming. $26 billion in regional product and still growing. 🌊

More growth means more complexity.

More staff. More payroll obligations.
More revenue. More GST and reporting.
More assets. More depreciation decisions.
More success. More tax to plan around.

If your business is growing, your accounting needs are growing too. That's why proactive advice matters more than ever in 2026.

We've been supporting coast businesses since 2013. Let's chat about where yours is heading.

✉️ [email protected]
📞 07 5493 9400