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Good to know about Ozbargain. Nowadays, many entrepreneurs start a business without programming experience and background. For one, the skill can be learned if they have the drive. And another reason is the abundance of local and overseas programmers available. In this growing gig economy, you can easily hire app developers, website programmers, UX designers to build the product you need.

Non frontline customer related tasks as much less risky to outsource.

If you operate under a sole trader business structure you will be taxed as part of your personal income in your income tax return. This means the individual tax rates apply to the income earned through your business and personal income sources. The tax-free threshold of $18,200 also applies.

The amount of tax you pay as sole trader is based on:

• the revenue generated from your business
• any additional sources of income
• any tax deductions you are eligible to claim 

You taxable income is basically the money earned through the sale of your goods and services (excluding GST) minus your business expenses. The ATO has a tax table that shows the amount of tax paid on different taxable income brackets:

$0          - $18,200        Nil
$18,200 - $37,000        19c for each $1 over $18,200
$37,000 - $90,000        $3,572 plus 32.5c for each $1 over $37,000
$90,000 - $180,000      $20,797 plus 37c for each $1 over $90,000
$180,000 and over       $54,097 plus 45c for each $1 over $180,000

You can find more detailed information on sole trader tax, GST, deductions, etc on the ATO's website: https://www.ato.gov.au/business/starting-your-own-business/before-you-get-started/choosing-your-business-structure/sole-trader/

 

There is no rule on % to spend, it is not about the size of your budget anymore.  Today you can have tremendous impact through social media, influencer marketing, SEO, SEM,, etc.  It is about being relevant and timely with the right message to your audience.  Find your key messages and be consistent in communicating them across all channels for the best results.  Track andmeasure everything so you can test and learn as you go.  As you get traction then you can start to invest further to grow.   Be scrappy and resourceful whether your budget is small or large.  Find the tools that work best for you.  Good luck!  

Here are some marketing tips for cleaning businesses

Create a professional website that showcases your services, pricing, and contact information. Optimize your website for search engines to improve visibility.

Utilize social media platforms to engage with potential customers and share valuable content related to cleaning tips and industry insights.

Encourage satisfied customers to leave reviews on platforms like Google My Business, Yelp, Facebook, Product Reviews, etc. Positive reviews and testimonials can build trust and credibility for your cleaning service.

Focus on local marketing efforts to reach potential customers in your area. Consider advertising in local newspapers, magazines, or community newsletters. Participate in local events or sponsor local charities to increase brand visibility.

Capture and share before and after photos or videos of your cleaning work to demonstrate the effectiveness of your services.

Hope this helps.

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