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Rent-A-Chair Agreements In The Hair Salon Industry (2026 Updated)
Rent-a-chair arrangements can be a great way to run a modern salon. If you’re a salon owner, it...
5 Jan 2025
How To Get Out Of A Contract (2026 Updated)
Most business owners sign contracts because they want things to move forward - a new supplier, a lease...
5 Jan 2025
Everything You Need To Know About Redundancy (2026 Updated)
Redundancy is one of the toughest parts of running a business - even when it’s genuinely necessary and...
5 Jan 2025
Software Licence Agreements: What Is Included And Why (2026 Updated)
If your business develops software (or relies on it to deliver services), a software licence agreement is one...
5 Jan 2025
Protect Your Product During Beta Testing With A Beta Participation Agreement (2026 Updated)
Beta testing is one of the fastest ways to improve your product. You get real-world feedback, stress-test features,...
5 Jan 2025
Changing A Contract With A Deed of Variation (2026 Updated)
Contracts aren’t set in stone. In real life, prices change, timeframes shift, suppliers fall through, new stakeholders join,...
5 Jan 2025
When Do You Need An Import/Export Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re buying products from overseas, selling to international customers, or working with offshore manufacturers, it’s easy to...
5 Jan 2025
What Is A Framework Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re working with the same customers, suppliers, or contractors again and again, you’ve probably had this thought:...
5 Jan 2025
Interior Design Terms & Conditions: Do I Need Them And Why? (2026 Updated)
You’ve got the eye, the portfolio, and the referrals starting to roll in. But if you’re running an...
5 Jan 2025
Auspice Agreements: An Explainer (2026 Updated)
Starting (or growing) a not-for-profit, community project, or social enterprise is exciting - but it can also feel...
5 Jan 2025
Need T&Cs & An Engagement Letter For Your Accounting Business? Speak To A Lawyer (2026 Updated)
Running an accounting business is all about clarity, accuracy and trust. But if you’re relying on a handshake...
5 Jan 2025
Warranty Compliance For Business Owners
For businesses, having an excellent product is essential. In a market filled with competition, it's crucial to ensure...
3 Sept 2024
The Importance Of A Counselling Contract
If you’re a trained mental health professional or considering becoming one, then you might be eager to get...
12 Jun 2024
Do I Need An Advisory Agreement?
Business decisions and ventures often involve working closely with an advisor outside of the company. This has a...
28 Jan 2024
Set Off Clauses In Employment Contracts
As a business owner, taking care of your employees is part of the job. The employment contract you...
28 Jan 2024
What Makes A Signed Document Legally Binding?
Slapping the label of ‘legal’ on any old document does not constitute legally valid material. For a document...
28 Jan 2024
A Legal Guide To ATM Agreements
Having an automated teller machine (ATM) at your premises can be a great way to make things more...
23 Jan 2024
Can A Seller Pull Out Of An Unconditional Contract?
Unconditional contracts are sometimes used in certain sales. However, if they are not handled or managed correctly, they...
23 Jan 2024
Exchange Of Contracts In Business
The exchange of contracts is the final and most important step when engaging in a business sale -...
23 Jan 2024
Lock-Out Agreements In Contract Law
When you’re in the process of negotiating a deal, it can be hard to guarantee whether or not...
23 Jan 2024
What Is The Legal Definition Of A Business Day?
The term ‘business day’ is something you might have come across multiple times. In fact, it’s a key...
23 Jan 2024
Lock In Contracts Vs No Lock In Contracts: What’s The Difference?
A lock in contract and a no lock in contract affect what you can and can’t do once...
23 Jan 2024
Paying Family Members In A Small Business
When running or starting a small business , it’s not unheard of for business owners to employ their...
23 Jan 2024
What Are Successive Fixed Term Contracts?
Contracts are an important part of any business engagement. If your contracts aren’t clear and your conduct doesn’t...
23 Jan 2024
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