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The Legal Side Of TikTok: Music, Copyright and Ownership (2026 Updated)

The Legal Side Of TikTok: Music, Copyright and Ownership (2026 Updated)

TikTok can be a powerful marketing channel, a creative outlet, and (for some creators) a serious revenue stream....

6 Jan 2025
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Things To Look Out For In Cafe Or Restaurant Leases (2026 Updated)

Things To Look Out For In Cafe Or Restaurant Leases (2026 Updated)

Signing a lease is one of the biggest “make or break” moments when you’re opening (or expanding) a...

6 Jan 2025
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5 Unfair Business Practices To Avoid In New Zealand (2026 Updated)

5 Unfair Business Practices To Avoid In New Zealand (2026 Updated)

When you’re building a business, it’s easy to focus on the exciting stuff: landing customers, refining your product,...

6 Jan 2025
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Electrical Service Agreements: How Do They Work? (2026 Updated)

Electrical Service Agreements: How Do They Work? (2026 Updated)

If you’re an electrician, electrical contractor, or a business that regularly engages electricians, you’ll know the job doesn’t...

6 Jan 2025
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What You Need To Know About Raising Capital (2026 Updated)

What You Need To Know About Raising Capital (2026 Updated)

Raising capital can feel like a turning point for your business - exciting, a bit nerve-wracking, and (if...

6 Jan 2025
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Your Guide To Commercial Lease Agreements (2026 Updated)

Your Guide To Commercial Lease Agreements (2026 Updated)

Signing a commercial lease is one of those “big moment” steps for a business. It can be exciting...

6 Jan 2025
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What Is An Endorsement Agreement? (2026 Updated)

What Is An Endorsement Agreement? (2026 Updated)

If you’re partnering with an influencer, athlete, content creator, or even a well-known local figure to promote your...

6 Jan 2025
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How To Start A Prototyping Business (2026 Updated)

How To Start A Prototyping Business (2026 Updated)

Starting a prototyping business can be a seriously exciting move. You get to help founders, product teams and...

6 Jan 2025
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Do I Need An Advisory Agreement? (2026 Updated)

Do I Need An Advisory Agreement? (2026 Updated)

Bringing an advisor into your business can be a huge win. Maybe it’s a former founder who’s “seen...

6 Jan 2025
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Concerned About Competition From A Former Employee, Contractor Or Service Provider? A Non-Compete Agreement May Be The Solution (2026 Updated)

Concerned About Competition From A Former Employee, Contractor Or Service Provider? A Non-Compete Agreement May Be The Solution (2026 Updated)

It’s a common (and very reasonable) worry: you invest time and money building up your customer base, refining...

6 Jan 2025
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How Does Equity Financing Work? (2026 Updated)

How Does Equity Financing Work? (2026 Updated)

Equity financing can be an exciting milestone. It usually means your business has moved beyond the “bootstrapping” phase...

6 Jan 2025
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Legal Considerations For YouTube Content Creators (2026 Updated)

Legal Considerations For YouTube Content Creators (2026 Updated)

Building a YouTube channel can start as a hobby, but it doesn’t take long before you’re dealing with...

6 Jan 2025
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What Is A Partnership? (2026 Updated)

What Is A Partnership? (2026 Updated)

Starting a business with someone you trust can feel like the perfect shortcut to growth - you get...

6 Jan 2025
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Signing An NDA With An Overseas Party: Which Country’s Laws Apply? (2026 Updated)

Signing An NDA With An Overseas Party: Which Country’s Laws Apply? (2026 Updated)

It’s never been easier to collaborate across borders. You can jump on a video call with a supplier...

6 Jan 2025
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Top 5 Benefits Of Working Under A NZBN (2026 Updated)

Top 5 Benefits Of Working Under A NZBN (2026 Updated)

If you’re starting a business in New Zealand (or you’re already up and running), you’ve probably come across...

6 Jan 2025
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Freight Forwarding Agreements And The Import and Export of Goods (2026 Updated)

Freight Forwarding Agreements And The Import and Export of Goods (2026 Updated)

Importing or exporting goods can be a huge growth lever for a New Zealand business - whether you’re...

6 Jan 2025
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Working As A Contractor (2026 Updated)

Working As A Contractor (2026 Updated)

Contracting can be a great way to work - you’ve usually got more flexibility, you can choose the...

6 Jan 2025
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How Do I Protect My Intellectual Property? (2026 Updated)

How Do I Protect My Intellectual Property? (2026 Updated)

You’ve put time (and probably a fair bit of money) into building your business - your name, your...

6 Jan 2025
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Running A Retreat Business? Here’s What You Need (2026 Updated)

Running A Retreat Business? Here’s What You Need (2026 Updated)

Running a retreat business can be an amazing way to build a livelihood around wellbeing, creativity, nature, leadership,...

6 Jan 2025
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What Is Specific Performance Of A Contract? (2026 Updated)

What Is Specific Performance Of A Contract? (2026 Updated)

Most of the time, when a contract goes wrong, the practical outcome is pretty simple: someone pays compensation...

6 Jan 2025
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What Is A Deed of Assignment, Anyway? (2026 Updated)

What Is A Deed of Assignment, Anyway? (2026 Updated)

If you’re running a business, there’s a good chance you’ll eventually need to hand over (or take over)...

6 Jan 2025
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What Is An Email Disclaimer? (2026 Updated)

What Is An Email Disclaimer? (2026 Updated)

If you run a business, you’ve probably seen an email footer that says something like “This email is...

6 Jan 2025
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How Does A Joint Venture Agreement Work? (2026 Updated)

How Does A Joint Venture Agreement Work? (2026 Updated)

Joint ventures can be an exciting way to grow your business in New Zealand - especially if you’ve...

6 Jan 2025
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What Is Greenwashing? (2026 Updated)

What Is Greenwashing? (2026 Updated)

More and more customers in New Zealand want to buy from businesses that genuinely care about sustainability. That’s...

6 Jan 2025
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