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Share Sale vs Asset Sale: What’s The Best Path When Buying A Business? (2026 Updated)
Buying a business is exciting - you’re stepping into something that already has customers, systems, and (hopefully) steady...

5 Ways To Get Funding For Your Small Business (2026 Updated)
Starting (or scaling) a small business usually comes down to one practical question: where is the money coming...

What Is A Real Estate Agent Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re buying, selling, or leasing property in New Zealand, chances are you’ll be asked to sign a...

What Is A Research And Development Agreement? (2026 Updated)
Research and development (R&D) is exciting - it’s where new products, improved processes, software features, and “we’ve-never-done-this-before” ideas...

When Do I Need A Wholesale Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re selling products to retailers, distributors, or other businesses (rather than directly to consumers), you’re probably doing...

How To Transfer Shares To Another Person (2026 Updated)
Transferring shares can look simple on the surface: one person sells (or gives) shares, another person receives them,...

Not-For-Profit Company Formation: Our Guide (2026 Updated)
Starting a not-for-profit can feel like a big, values-driven step - because it is. You’re taking an idea...

What Do Franchisees Typically Have To Pay To The Franchisor? (2026 Updated)
Buying into a franchise can feel like getting a business “shortcut” - you’re stepping into a proven model,...

Can I Pay My Employees Commission Only? (2026 Updated)
If you run a sales-driven business, paying your team “commission only” can sound like a win-win: you control...

What Is A Non-Binding Contract? (2026 Updated)
If you’re negotiating a deal, you’ve probably heard someone say, “Don’t worry - it’s non-binding.” That can be...

What Is Time In Lieu? (2026 Updated)
If you run a business (or you’re managing your first team), overtime can creep up fast. A late...

How To Choose A Co-Founder (2026 Updated)
Choosing a co-founder can be one of the most exciting steps in starting a business - and one...

Why Copying T&Cs From Another Website Is A Bad Idea (2026 Updated)
When you’re building a website (or launching a new product), it’s tempting to treat your Terms & Conditions...

Setting Up An Incorporated Association (2026 Updated)
Starting a club, community group, or member-based organisation is exciting - you’ve got a mission, people who care,...

Got An eCommerce Clothing Store? A Guide To Your T&Cs (2026 Updated)
Running an eCommerce clothing store is exciting - you get to build a brand, create products people actually...

IT Service Agreement and IT Support Agreement: What’s The Difference? (2026 Updated)
If you provide (or buy) tech services, you’ve probably seen both an “IT Service Agreement” and an “IT...

What Are Plant Breeders’ Rights? (2026 Updated)
If you’ve spent months (or years) developing a new plant variety, it’s completely normal to wonder: how do...

What You Need To Know About Sales Commissions (2026 Updated)
Sales commissions can be a great way to motivate your team and grow revenue - but they can...

Why Should I Use E-signatures? (2026 Updated)
If you’re running a business in New Zealand, chances are you’ve signed (and chased) more documents than you...

Do I Need A Software Licence Agreement? (2026 Updated)
Building software is exciting - whether you’re launching a SaaS platform, selling a desktop app, licensing an API,...

How Do Company Directors Get Paid? (2026 Updated)
If you’re starting (or growing) a company in New Zealand, it’s completely normal to wonder how directors actually...

What Is A Deed Of Waiver, Release & Indemnity? (2026 Updated)
You’ve probably seen a “waiver” pop up when you’re signing up for something that carries a bit of...

What Is A Trust And Is It Right For My Business? (2026 Updated)
When you’re building a business, you’ll hear the word “trust” thrown around a lot - sometimes as a...

What Is A Drug Test Consent Form? (2026 Updated)
Drug and alcohol testing in the workplace can be a sensitive topic. You want to keep your team...
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