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How To Sign A Contract (2026 Updated)
Signing a contract can feel like a “big moment” in business - you’re committing money, time, and sometimes...
6 Jan 2025
Legal Advice On Whether To Lend Money To A Friend’s Business (2026 Updated)
Lending money to a friend’s business can feel like a win-win. You’re helping someone you trust, and you...
6 Jan 2025
Customer Loyalty Programs: A Legal And Practical Overview (2026 Updated)
A great customer loyalty program can turn a one-off purchase into a long-term relationship. Done well, it helps...
6 Jan 2025
I Have A Unit Trust: Do I Need A Unitholders Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’ve set up a unit trust (or you’re about to), you’ve probably realised it’s a great structure...
6 Jan 2025
Do Startup Founders Need Official Contracts? (2026 Updated)
When you’re building a startup, it’s tempting to keep everything “lightweight” at the start. You might be working...
6 Jan 2025
Trade Marks – What Are They And Why Do We Need Them? (2026 Updated)
Your brand is often the first thing customers notice. It’s the name on your website, the logo on...
6 Jan 2025
Artists’ Guide To Commission Agreements (2026 Updated)
Taking commissions can be one of the most rewarding ways to build your creative career. You get paid...
6 Jan 2025
Recommended Retail Price: How Do You Know If Your Price Is Right? (2026 Updated)
Setting a price can feel like a guessing game. You don’t want to undercharge and burn out. But...
6 Jan 2025
How To Sell At A Market Stall (2026 Updated)
Selling at a market stall is one of the easiest ways to test a product idea, build a...
6 Jan 2025
Need A Trail Book Sale Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re buying or selling a “trail book” (a book of ongoing commissions or recurring revenue), it can...
6 Jan 2025
What Are Photographer Terms And Conditions? (2026 Updated)
When you’re running a photography business, the fun part is obvious: creating images your clients love. The not-so-fun...
6 Jan 2025
How To Start A Childcare Business (2026 Updated)
Starting a childcare business can be one of the most rewarding ways to build a career and a...
6 Jan 2025
Examples Of Franchises You Can Buy Into (2026 Updated)
Buying into a franchise can feel like the “best of both worlds” when you want to run your...
6 Jan 2025
A Guide To Customer Contracts (2026 Updated)
If you’re selling products or services in New Zealand, customer contracts are one of the simplest ways to...
6 Jan 2025
What Is A Consignment Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re selling products through another business (like a boutique, salon, gallery, or online marketplace seller), a consignment...
6 Jan 2025
Fair Dealing & YouTube: A Guide To Copyright Exceptions (2026 Updated)
If you create content for YouTube (or you’re using YouTube to market your business), you’ve probably had that...
6 Jan 2025
Operating As A Sole Trader? Here’s What You Need To Know (2026 Updated)
Running your business as a sole trader can be a great way to get started in New Zealand....
6 Jan 2025
Keeping Your Staff Safe: Domestic Violence and Working From Home (2026 Updated)
Working from home can be a genuine win for productivity and flexibility. But for some people, home isn’t...
6 Jan 2025
Playing Music In Your Content: How Can You Avoid Breaching Copyright? (2026 Updated)
Adding music to your Instagram Reel, YouTube video, podcast episode, online course or TikTok can instantly lift the...
6 Jan 2025
What Is A Master Services Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re doing ongoing work for clients (or engaging suppliers to support your business), it’s normal to feel...
6 Jan 2025
How Does Payment In Lieu Of Notice Work In New Zealand? (2026 Updated)
Ending an employment relationship is rarely straightforward. Even when both sides agree it’s time to move on, questions...
6 Jan 2025
Why Does My Business Need Terms Of Sale? (2026 Updated)
If you’re selling anything in your business - products, services, subscriptions, bookings, digital downloads, or even custom work...
6 Jan 2025
Working With Affiliates: What An Affiliate Agreement Means (2026 Updated)
Affiliate marketing can be a great way to grow your sales without hiring an in-house marketing team or...
6 Jan 2025
An Employer’s Guide To Leave Loading (2026 Updated)
“Leave loading” is one of those payroll terms that gets thrown around a lot - especially if you’ve...
6 Jan 2025
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