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[marketingkatalysts]

Before applying for Singapore government grants, SMEs should check that the same cost item is not being claimed twice. Use this simple checklist to track software, consultancy, training and equipment expenses before submitting applications.

[realisma]

The First 30 Days That Make or Break Marketing for Singapore SMEs

Singapore SMEs rarely struggle in marketing because they “don’t run enough ads” or “don’t post often enough.” The real issue shows up in the first 30 days — when things are unstructured and unclear. Tracking systems are often incomplete, leads coming in are unqualified, and websites are not optimized to convert mobile users. On top of that, teams and agencies are frequently misaligned on what success actually looks like.

If you’re planning to work with a marketing online agency — or have already hired one — this guide outlines a practical 30-day plan tailored to Singapore’s unique landscape. It takes into account the realities of a small yet highly competitive market, rising costs in Google Ads, mobile-first consumer behavior, reliance on WhatsApp and calls for conversions, and compliance with PDPA regulations.

[counto-accounting]

Singapore Corporate Tax Update 2025: What Your Business Needs to Know

Good news from Budget 2025! If you’re running a business in Singapore, you may be eligible for big tax savings this year—including a 50% tax rebate and a $2,000 cash grant.

📌 Full breakdown 👉 Singapore Corporate Tax Update

🧾 What’s Staying the Same?

🇸🇬 Corporate Tax Rate = 17% Still flat. Still competitive. Still one of the lowest in the world.

✨ What’s New in 2025?

⭐ 50% Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Rebate

✅ Applies to all taxpaying companies ✅ Rebate is capped at $40,000 ✅ Automatically applied when you file

⭐ $2,000 CIT Rebate Cash Grant

✅ You qualify if: 🔹 Your company was active in 2024 🔹 You made CPF contributions to at least one local employee (📌 Shareholder-directors don’t count!)

Do I Need to Apply?

Nope! IRAS will automatically: ✅ Apply the CIT Rebate ✅ Disburse the $2,000 cash grant (if eligible) by Q2 2025 ✅ Issue revised tax assessments by August 2025

📩 What If I Qualify but Don’t Receive the Grant?

You can appeal to IRAS via myTaxMail by 30 November 2025 Subject line: “Appeal for CIT Rebate Cash Grant” ✅ Include supporting docs

✅ Quick Checklist for Business Owners

✔️ File your ECI and tax returns accurately ✔️ Don’t include the rebate manually ✔️ Make CPF contributions for at least one employee (not you!) ✔️ Watch for payout by Q2 2025 ✔️ Need help? We've got you 👇

💼 Make Tax Season Easy with Counto

From tax filing to CPF contributions to IRAS compliance—we handle it all in-house so you can run your business without the stress.

✅ Transparent pricing ✅ Real-time support ✅ No surprise fees

📌 Explore our plans 👉 counto.sg 📬 Or email us: [email protected]

[ecommerceinsider]

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Guys, just use Meipai to work out a video. I know you will say I am not a good video editor. But, I still believe that those pictures will tell you our story of Fujian Ecommerce Trip, rather than use so many effects and filters to make it looks good! . . . . . . . . . . #china #singaporeproductivitycentre #singaporesme #sme #ecommerce #commerce #trip✈️ #training #workshop #trade #freetradezone #ecommerceinsider #fujian #crossborder #immersion #incubator #incubation #startup #business #payment #sourcing #fulfilment #marketing #xiamen #businessmodel #ecommercestartup #xiamencity (at Singapore) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpVfuiBFNAl/?igshid=7b6773ngi8ij

[ecommerceinsider]

Guys!!!!This is our last day in Xiamen Fujian. We are going back to Singapore. More excited journey will start soon. Will bring all those insights back to Singapore SMEs. Rock n Roll!!!! . . . . . . . . . . . #china #singaporeproductivitycentre #singaporesme #sme #ecommerce #commerce #trip✈️ #training #workshop #trade #freetradezone #ecommerceinsider #fujian #crossborder #immersion #business #payment #sourcing #fulfilment #marketing #businessmodel #xiamen (at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpIvPGblcWk/?igshid=yjzj2mq64k01

[ecommerceinsider]

Hello guys!!! Got so many things want to share with you all. It is so impressed me about those traditional business which are transforming their business into ecommerce. They are so humble, not only shared how they succeed, and also what challenge they are facing, and how to break through it. It definitely will be a Very insightful session for our upcoming trip in Nov. . . . . . . . . . #china #singaporeproductivitycentre #singaporesme #sme #ecommerce #commerce #trip✈️ #training #workshop #trade #freetradezone #ecommerceinsider #fujian #crossborder #immersion #business #payment #sourcing #fulfilment #marketing #fujian #businessmodel #ecommercestartup #traditionalbusiness #challenge #transformation #businesstransformation #growth #ecommercegrowth (at Quanzhou, Fujian, China) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpG-3rjgmOM/?igshid=1fpfj0ckhpp5e

[ecommerceinsider]

Guys, this is the second post about the Donghai Cross-border EC. I was so impressive that they have a mature system and model of E-commerce Incubation. The key thing is they work with the entire supply chain. The SMEs and e-commerce startup could base their, and access the resources which include the Payment, sourcing, fulfillment, marketing. Those elements are the critical for the SMEs which are willing to do the cross - border e-commerce. Most importantly, they could base on what you need to customize your business model. Interesting, right!! Now they collaborate with us to open it for our Singapore SME business owners. LOVELY!!!! . . . . . . . #china #singaporeproductivitycentre #singaporesme #sme #ecommerce #commerce #trip✈️ #training #workshop #trade #freetradezone #ecommerceinsider #fujian #crossborder #immersion #incubator #incubation #startup #business #payment #sourcing #fulfilment #marketing #fujian #businessmodel #ecommercestartup (at Quanzhou, Fujian, China) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpDXj5KgRqO/?igshid=t1oe9fmsa9vc

[ecommerceinsider]

We are in Xiamen, Fujian NOW!!! You know what. We officially work with Singapore Productivity Centre to launch our E-commerce Immersion Trip in Fujian. cifnews is one our China Counterparts, and has the strong knowledge and background in cross border e-commerce. We met their COO, Mr Locke Liu to confirmed our strategy and services, which could benefit for the Singapore SME owners who want to embark the cross border e-commerce journey!! . . . . . . . . #china #singaporeproductivitycentre #singaporesme #sme #ecommerce #commerce #trip✈️ #training #workshop #trade #freetradezone #ecommerceinsider #fujian #crossborder #immersion #xiamen #business #collaboration #counterpart #strategy #journey (at Xiamen, Fujian) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpBRHBXgrZM/?igshid=yuqbdw3jpmzt