Come 30 January 2012, certain small businesses will be impacted by the Personal Property Securities Act if they supply goods to customers on consignment or on finance terms. If businesses don't, they may lose title to these goods.

Australian SMEs are not regular users of debtor finance but given that cash flow challenges are usually cited as major impediments to growing a small business, it is timely that we explore debtor finance as a way to improve working capital.

It is said that more millionaires are made during tough economic times that during good times. Business coach Stuart Waddington talks about four ways to lead the pack in your market space and think like a millionaire- even if you're not.

When your business's rubbish is disposed of each day, is it secure? It might sound crazy, but there are enterprising crooks out there prepared to troll through your rubbish to see if they can piece together enough information to replicate your business' identity or that of your customers. Here are 11 ways to safeguard sensitive information in your business.

Part Three of the online business series presented by Suncorp's Mark Harper builds on last week's how-to on building a successful small business website. This week, he talks about the eight tips small business owners can use to drive customers to their website.

Last week, Mark Harper from Suncorp Bank talked about how SMEs can benefit from the online revolution. This week, he discusses how to get a website off the ground and the key components of a successful small business website.

The buying patterns of consumers have changed since the advent of the Internet, with traditional retailers getting left behind as people flock to online shopping. Mark Harper, the Executive Manager of Business Lending Products at Suncorp, discusses how small businesses can take part in the online revolution and drive their revenue growth.

John Woodhouse, partner at accounting firm HLB Mann Judd Brisbane, talks about the importance of including your accountant during the estate planning process. With the asset-rich baby boomer generation rapidly ageing, there has never been a more pertinent time to ensure that your wealth is distributed according to your wishes.

Mark Harper, Executive Manager of Business Lending Products at Suncorp, says that the strong Aussie dollar has led to increased opportunities for local SMEs, which can be risky if you don't understand the complexities associated with import activities.

Chris King, a partner in Audit and Assurance with mid-tier chartered accounting firm HLB Mann Judd Brisbane, says up to 50 per cent of businesses are affected by fraud, while only 10 per cent are aware of it.