Capital dividend accounts let your company pay dividends that aren't subject to tax. Here are the ABCs of capital accounts, the considerations to make when you distribute a capital payout to shareholders.

Shareholders perks can be great, but proper tax planning is necessary to avoid unpleasant tax surprises. Read this for advice on dealing with a common problem area - the personal use of corporate assets such as an automobile.

For GST purposes, the difference between paying and not paying is directly related to three categories of goods and services: zero-rated, exempt and taxable. It can be a complicated issue, so here's an explanation of how those classifications apply to your business.

Launching a business means knowing the rules. Many businesses get into serious trouble - and even fail - simply because of the penalties and interest charges levied for failing to comply with government regulations. Here are the facts that you need to know before your business opens its doors and that you need to keep in mind even when your company is thriving.