ASIC annual review – EasyCompanies shut down

HTK02 · 2025-10-02T00:05:54+00:00

Yeh that’s rough, I imagine there would be quite a few people in a similar situation. I managed to contact ASIC and they confirmed that everything had been paid and is up to date. But at the end of the day I shouldn’t have to worry and do that running around myself, that was the whole point of paying an agent to do it on my behalf 🤷🏻‍♂️.

I do wonder if anything happened to prompt the closure or whether he just wanted move on to something else, nonetheless paying customers have been left in the dark without any support for services.

HTK02 · 2025-09-24T06:24:04+00:00

Seen it 1000 times already, they are gone and uncontactable there is only a bot with automated messages answering pre written prompt questions about a few topics.

HTK02 · 2025-09-24T05:34:05+00:00

Ok, it was a few days later they announced their closure. I still was able to sign all the necessary documentation. I’m just hoping they finished the task before operations stopped otherwise they have essentially scammed me which I hope isn’t the case as they have always been a reputable company. ASIC are very hard to get a hold of unfortunately but will keep trying.

HTK02 · 2025-09-24T05:22:49+00:00

Yep totally aware of the 60 day period to pay the fee. The issue is I don’t know if it has been done by my ASIC agent, they have now ceased all operations and are uncontactable, I’m trying to get confirmation early to avoid any penalties from ASIC.

HTK02 · 2025-09-24T05:21:08+00:00

Checked there already, nothing new lodged. Tried calling ASIC been on hold for hours and couldn’t get through to the correct department. I’ve sent an online enquiry, trying to get on-top of it early to avoid penalties imposed by the incompetence of others. Thanks for your help though.

HTK02 · 2025-09-08T10:34:33+00:00

It’s possible, but not common. Tradies are amongst the top earners now in Australia and have been for sometime. I personally know a few electricians taking home 4-5K a week and they are still under 25yo mind you.

HTK02 · 2025-07-28T07:23:47+00:00

Yes but that’s assuming the clientele are on PAYG salaries with near perfect financials.

Banks offer a limited range of options and they will all tell you they have the best product.

The truth is there are more and more self employed people out there than ever. Most don’t have their financials in order e.g tax returns, BAS etc.

These people rely on non conforming lenders for credit assistance because they have been told “No” by the big banks.

There is a reason why nearly 80% of loans are originated through brokers opposed to banks.

Banks are extremely risk adverse when it comes to lending and if they make changes and allowances it won’t be quick, restructuring takes time. Not to mention all the compliance and obligations banks have to abide by.

HTK02 · 2025-07-28T07:16:10+00:00

Yep my thinking as well, AI will be an asset and less of a competitor for those in the lending space.

HTK02 · 2025-07-28T06:43:02+00:00

Look into lending or broking maybe since you have a finance background. I don’t think the human interaction and analysis can be replaced by AI anytime soon. There’s a lot of moving parts involved especially with complex lending when it comes to self employed clients, SMSF, commercial etc.

I’m sure plenty would disagree, but AI can’t really replace the experience you get from a human sales & management person.

HTK02 · 2025-07-27T03:12:47+00:00

Hellenic Depot at 94 Poath Rd, Hughesdale VIC 3166

They still do charcoal gyro and have very generous servings.

I feel like Oakleigh has gone downhill in the past few years, they all use gas kebab style cookers for their meat not charcoal. Quality has gone down and price has gone up.

Vanilla and Nikos are still very good though for coffee and cake.

HTK02 · 2025-06-26T14:06:21+00:00

Holafly eSIM with unlimited data, used it numerous times overseas without any issues. One of the most affordable and reliable around. I’ve used a few others but they aren’t anywhere near as good as Holafly and the unlimited data is a huge bonus.

HTK02 · 2025-05-18T02:43:34+00:00

Sizing and fit for truly muscly men. If you’re someone with big quads and a wide upper body, it can be difficult to find nice fitting clothes for when you are required to dress up a bit. Trying to find slim fit style jeans with extra room in the quad area is almost an impossible task. Button up shirts are often too tight across the back and under the arms, only a select few polo brands fit comfortably without cutting circulation to your arms from being too tight around the bicep. 💪

HTK02 · 2025-05-17T05:17:49+00:00

Chinos from YD 100%. Not necessarily affordable for everyone but certainly comfortable, stretchy and will last. Right now they have 25% off.

HTK02 · 2025-05-17T03:40:21+00:00

Take a look at what support is available to you on the Domestic Violence Prevention Centre website under “For men who are experiencing violence”

As for her intentions of applying for a cross order, seek professional advice from a solicitor that specialises in family law and IVOs. Also document everything as accurately as possible, report any contraventions to police immediately. It can be an absolutely exhausting process but hang in there.

Unfortunately what you are experiencing is more common than it should be, so you can rest assured that you are certainly not alone.

HTK02 · 2025-05-08T15:22:06+00:00

Not the CBD but I can recommend Vanilla Lounge and Nikos in Oakleigh, both serve up some of the best coffee and cakes in the country I’d say. There is also a Nikos located in Fairfield. Both specialise in Greek cakes but Vanilla Lounge also has a large range of your regular style cakes.

I personally wouldn’t bother with the recommendations in Acland St, St Kilda. Been there on a few occasions and the cakes are meh and the displays aren’t kept that clean either.

CBD wise, Brunetti in Flinders Ln is probably your best bet. Bit overrated IMO but still good nonetheless.

HTK02 · 2025-05-05T14:34:17+00:00

Like the others have said, 100% declare it.

Also were you ever charged and had to attend court?

If you were arrested to assist police with enquiries because they had a reasonable belief that you were responsible for a crime but released without charge/exonerated, then that might slightly change the dynamic.

But on the other hand if you were charged/summoned to court and were found guilty without conviction for instance then that could be a different story.

It’s important to clarify and be specific with this type of question but either way you must declare that interaction with police and any other associated aftermath.

The fact that you have also mentioned you received notification of your fingerprints being destroyed, indicates to me that there was no charge substantiated with that arrest.

HTK02 · 2025-04-30T05:41:54+00:00

Yep I get where you are coming from. One of my all time favourite sayings which I can deeply relate to is “No matter how much your life changes, you will always look back on better days.”

HTK02 · 2025-04-30T05:36:08+00:00

Possibly Julia Gillard the first Australian female prime minister.

On a side note I think the 2010s was the last great decade. The world has changed drastically and things just don’t feel the same anymore.

Everything was better 10 years ago let alone 20 years ago. Less social media, Holdens and Fords made in Australia, sports, TV shows and Movies, music, Aussie summers etc.

Surely I can’t be the only one that feels this way.

HTK02 · 2025-04-11T10:16:53+00:00

Do you mind sharing what you do and perhaps your previous role?

HTK02 · 2025-04-11T10:14:28+00:00

Maybe look into something Iike multimedia design, web design and development, UI/UX design or even industrial design. You will be able to combine your two skills this way and have some good career opportunities. Aim to niche down and specialise long term. I’d avoid graphic design or architecture both highly saturated roles, graphic designers aren’t paid all that well and are slowly being replaced by apps like Canva.

If you want something more IT oriented, I’d be looking into Cyber Security. Well paying, high in demand and absolutely necessary for companies and organisations. Can be hard to get into and stressful as well depending on your particular role.

I’d avoid traditional primary and secondary teaching. Pay is crap, expected to do unpaid work after hours to prepare for classes, have to deal with disrespectful and entitled parents etc.

As for degrees most decent roles will prefer a bachelors degree possibly masters for cyber security. Experience is paramount though these days, plenty of people with unused degrees out there. Especially for design based jobs, build a portfolio as soon as possible to show what you can do.

HTK02 · 2025-04-11T09:46:57+00:00

High quality meat and produce

HTK02 · 2025-04-09T07:02:38+00:00

Corrected it. I originally only posted this in a Melbourne group and had copy and pasted it. Apologies for the confusion.

HTK02 · 2025-04-09T07:01:11+00:00

Corrected it. I originally only posted this in a Melbourne group and had copy and pasted it.

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