Whether your business has been booming or profits have been sluggish, taking time for proper business planning for the new year is a clever way to get ahead. Having a clear plan will also help you feel settled and comfortable with where you're headed and...
Every business has peaks and troughs. And though you’re grateful for the boost in income, peak season for businesses can be stressful on everyone involved. And for the vast majority of pest controllers and building inspectors,, summer is the height of it… For both the...
Cash in hand work can seem enticing. No invoicing, no lengthy payment terms, and no need to tell the tax man. And you probably know at least a handful of people who are conducting “cash only” business without declaring it. But in reality, cash jobs are...
Online business has been considered “the future” for many years now and for many of us it’s very much already our “right now”. And over the past 18 months, the pandemic has undoubtedly increased the favourable nature of an online business environment. More organisations are adopting...
Car theft isn't always what you'd imagine it to be. Vehicles aren’t only stolen when they’re broken into or hotwired. In fact, taking car keys and driving off just as the rightful owner would is becoming one of the more common ways of stealing a...
Are you selling or closing your business? If so, considering taking run-off insurance cover should be at the top of your to-do list. Maybe you’ve had a successful career as a pest controller and are looking to retire. Or perhaps you’re making a profit by...
As a pest controller or building inspector, you might need to buy a vehicle to increase productivity and help your business grow. Or, you might be just starting out and need to kit out a vehicle for yourself. There are several business car finance options...
If the words “tax return” send you into a cold sweat, you’re not alone. But it’s worthwhile applying great focus on making the most of your tax deductions. Knowing what to claim on tax can help you greatly as a small business. While it’s not exactly...
On 25 May Rapid Solutions held its first industry forum for promoting positive mental health, understanding its importance for the pest and building services industry. We partnered with Lifeline to bring their ‘In Conversation with Lifeline’ presentation direct to pesties in the Newcastle NSW area,...
Ever found yourself in the position where you want to make use of a contractor to support your pest or building services business? If this is the case you’ve likely wondered about subcontractors and insurance. And if you haven’t then you should! If you’re in the...