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What Does ‘Going Concern’ Mean In Business? (2026 Updated)
If you’re buying or selling a business (or even just negotiating finance), you’ll often see the phrase “going...
5 Jan 2025
What Is An Indemnity Clause? (2026 Updated)
If you’re signing contracts for your business (or even just getting started), you’ve probably seen the word “indemnity”...
5 Jan 2025
Workplace Health and Safety: An Overview For Employers (2026 Updated)
When you’re running a business, it’s easy to focus on the exciting stuff - winning clients, hiring great...
5 Jan 2025
How Can I Be Released From My Contractual Obligations? (2026 Updated)
Signing a contract can feel like a big “locked in” moment - especially when your business changes direction,...
5 Jan 2025
Drag Along & Tag Along Clauses In Shareholders Agreements (2026 Updated)
If you’re building a company with other shareholders, it’s easy to focus on the exciting stuff (product, customers,...
5 Jan 2025
What Is The Legal Age To Sign A Contract? (2026 Updated)
If you’re running a business (or even just buying or selling something online), you’ll eventually wonder: what’s the...
5 Jan 2025
Step By Step Guide To Importing Goods Into New Zealand (2026 Updated)
Importing goods into New Zealand can be a smart way to grow your product range, protect your margins,...
5 Jan 2025
Setting Up A Company Limited By Guarantee (2026 Updated)
Not every organisation is built to “make profits for shareholders”. If you’re setting up a charity, community group,...
5 Jan 2025
How Can I Make Verbal Promises Legally Binding? (2026 Updated)
You’ve probably been there: you have a quick chat with a supplier, a customer, a potential co-founder, or...
5 Jan 2025
How Can A Forward Contract Protect My Business? (2026 Updated)
If your business buys or sells overseas, imports stock, exports products, or relies on fluctuating input costs, you’ve...
5 Jan 2025
How To Sell Your Online Business (2026 Updated)
Selling an online business can feel like a big milestone - and it is. Whether you’re ready to...
5 Jan 2025
What Is A Lead Generation Agreement? (2026 Updated)
Running a business often comes down to one thing: getting a steady flow of quality leads. Maybe you’re...
5 Jan 2025
The Importance Of Online Hire Agreements (2026 Updated)
If you hire out equipment, vehicles, tools, party gear, tech, or even short-term use of specialist assets, chances...
5 Jan 2025
When Is A Contract Unenforceable? (2026 Updated)
Most business owners assume that if something’s “in writing and signed”, it’s automatically legally binding. In reality, some...
5 Jan 2025
How Do I Know If I’m Infringing Copyright? (2026 Updated)
If you’re running a business, building a brand online, or creating content for customers, it’s surprisingly easy to...
5 Jan 2025
Zombie Agreements: What Employers Need To Know (2026 Updated)
It’s easy to assume your employment paperwork is “sorted” once you’ve got something signed and filed away. But...
5 Jan 2025
Choosing The Right Structure For Your Social Enterprise (2026 Updated)
Starting a social enterprise is exciting because you’re building something that’s designed to do more than just turn...
5 Jan 2025
Thinking About A Loan For You Business? You Might Need A Loan Agreement (2026 Updated)
You’ve found a growth opportunity, a new supplier deal, or a piece of equipment that will pay for...
5 Jan 2025
How To Set Out Good Business Terms and Conditions (2026 Updated)
If you’re running a business in New Zealand, there’s a good chance you’ve already had the “do we...
5 Jan 2025
Accepting Cryptocurrency In Your Online Business (2026 Updated)
Accepting cryptocurrency can be a great way to meet customers where they already are - especially if you...
5 Jan 2025
Does A Trading Name Need To Be Registered? (2026 Updated)
If you’re starting a new business (or rebranding an existing one), choosing a name is one of the...
5 Jan 2025
How To Initial A Document (2026 Updated)
Initialling a document sounds simple - until you’re staring at a 40-page agreement, wondering where you’re meant to...
5 Jan 2025
Owner Driver Contracts: What Are The New Laws? (2026 Updated)
If you run a transport business (or you’re a driver with your own vehicle), “owner driver” arrangements can...
5 Jan 2025
Need a Trade Mark? 6 Things You Need to Know (2026 Updated)
You’ve put time (and probably a lot of late nights) into choosing the right name, designing a logo,...
5 Jan 2025
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