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Unilateral Contracts: What Are They? (2026 Updated)

Unilateral Contracts: What Are They? (2026 Updated)

You’ve probably agreed to a unilateral contract without even realising it. Think about a public reward offer (“$500...

6 Jan 2025
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Is It Legal To Set Minimum Resale Prices? (2026 Updated)

Is It Legal To Set Minimum Resale Prices? (2026 Updated)

If you sell products through retailers, distributors, franchisees, or online resellers, it’s completely normal to worry about your...

6 Jan 2025
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For Love & Money: Starting A Business With Your Significant Other (2026 Updated)

For Love & Money: Starting A Business With Your Significant Other (2026 Updated)

Starting a business with your significant other can feel like the ultimate “power couple” move. You already trust...

6 Jan 2025
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Extending A Franchise Term? Here’s What You Need To Know (2026 Updated)

Extending A Franchise Term? Here’s What You Need To Know (2026 Updated)

Your franchise term is ticking along, business is (hopefully) going well, and you’re starting to think: what happens...

6 Jan 2025
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Public vs Private Companies: What’s The Difference? (2026 Updated)

Public vs Private Companies: What’s The Difference? (2026 Updated)

If you’re starting or growing a business in New Zealand, you’ve probably heard people talk about “public companies”...

6 Jan 2025
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Why It’s Important To Use A Business Engagement Letter With Your Clients (2026 Updated)

Why It’s Important To Use A Business Engagement Letter With Your Clients (2026 Updated)

If you’re doing work for clients (whether you’re a consultant, agency, accountant, contractor, designer, coach, or service provider),...

6 Jan 2025
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Does Your Small Business Have An Effective Cancellation Policy? Here’s Why It Should (2026 Updated)

Does Your Small Business Have An Effective Cancellation Policy? Here’s Why It Should (2026 Updated)

If you run a small business, cancellations probably aren’t a rare “what if” scenario - they’re a regular...

6 Jan 2025
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7 Things To Know When Using Shopify (2026 Updated)

7 Things To Know When Using Shopify (2026 Updated)

Shopify has made it easier than ever to launch an online store in New Zealand. You can build...

6 Jan 2025
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Talent Management Agreement: What Exactly Is It? (2026 Updated)

Talent Management Agreement: What Exactly Is It? (2026 Updated)

If you’re a creator, artist, influencer, athlete, speaker, or anyone building a personal brand, it’s normal to feel...

6 Jan 2025
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Are Recipes Intellectual Property? (2026 Updated)

Are Recipes Intellectual Property? (2026 Updated)

You’ve spent months (maybe years) perfecting a recipe. It might be your signature hot sauce, a spice blend...

6 Jan 2025
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6 Key Things To Include In Your App Terms And Conditions (2026 Updated)

6 Key Things To Include In Your App Terms And Conditions (2026 Updated)

Launching an app is exciting. You’ve probably spent weeks (or months) thinking about the user experience, design, and...

6 Jan 2025
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Business Registration In New Zealand: How Does It Work? (2026 Updated)

Business Registration In New Zealand: How Does It Work? (2026 Updated)

Starting a business is exciting - but when you get to the “registration” part, it can suddenly feel...

6 Jan 2025
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Confidentiality Clauses: What Are They & How Can You Enforce Them? (2026 Updated)

Confidentiality Clauses: What Are They & How Can You Enforce Them? (2026 Updated)

When you’re building a business, you’re inevitably going to share sensitive information with other people - employees, contractors,...

6 Jan 2025
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What Is Exclusive Dealing? (2026 Updated)

What Is Exclusive Dealing? (2026 Updated)

Exclusive dealing can sound like a fancy commercial strategy reserved for big brands and nationwide distributors. In reality,...

6 Jan 2025
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Contract Expiring Soon? Here Are Your Options (2026 Updated)

Contract Expiring Soon? Here Are Your Options (2026 Updated)

Your contract end date can sneak up on you. Whether it’s a customer agreement, supplier deal, contractor arrangement,...

6 Jan 2025
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What Are Online Shop Terms And Conditions? (2026 Updated)

What Are Online Shop Terms And Conditions? (2026 Updated)

Running an online shop is exciting. You can reach customers all over New Zealand (and beyond), launch new...

6 Jan 2025
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Distribution Agreements And Why You Need One (2026 Updated)

Distribution Agreements And Why You Need One (2026 Updated)

If you’re supplying products to retailers, wholesalers, or online sellers, it’s easy to assume the relationship will “just...

6 Jan 2025
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5 Easy Ways to Make Your Small Business More Sustainable (2026 Updated)

5 Easy Ways to Make Your Small Business More Sustainable (2026 Updated)

More customers are choosing brands that genuinely reduce waste, treat people well, and operate responsibly. If you’re running...

6 Jan 2025
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Need To Renew Your Trade Mark? (2026 Updated)

Need To Renew Your Trade Mark? (2026 Updated)

Your trade mark is one of those business assets that can quietly do a lot of heavy lifting....

6 Jan 2025
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What Can I Do With A ‘Bad’ Franchisee? (2026 Updated)

What Can I Do With A ‘Bad’ Franchisee? (2026 Updated)

Franchising can be a great way to grow a brand without having to personally run every site. But...

6 Jan 2025
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A Guide To Running An Ecommerce Business (2026 Updated)

A Guide To Running An Ecommerce Business (2026 Updated)

Running an ecommerce business can feel like the best of both worlds: you get the reach of the...

6 Jan 2025
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Are You Accidentally Franchising? (2026 Updated)

Are You Accidentally Franchising? (2026 Updated)

If you’re growing a successful business, it’s normal to look for ways to expand without doing everything yourself....

6 Jan 2025
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Revenue Share Agreements: What You Need To Know (2026 Updated)

Revenue Share Agreements: What You Need To Know (2026 Updated)

Revenue share agreements can be a great way to grow a business without taking on big upfront costs...

6 Jan 2025
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Selling Personal Information: What’s Allowed? (2026 Updated)

Selling Personal Information: What’s Allowed? (2026 Updated)

If your business collects customer data, runs marketing campaigns, or uses third-party platforms, you’ve probably wondered where the...

6 Jan 2025
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