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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...
6 Jan 2025
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,...
6 Jan 2025
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...
6 Jan 2025
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...
6 Jan 2025
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...
6 Jan 2025
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...
6 Jan 2025
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...
6 Jan 2025
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,...
6 Jan 2025
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...
6 Jan 2025
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...
6 Jan 2025
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...
6 Jan 2025
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...
6 Jan 2025
Why You Need A Property Licence Agreement (Shared Workspace) (2026 Updated)
Shared workspaces are everywhere now - coworking hubs, serviced offices, studios, therapy rooms, commercial kitchens, and “pop-in” desks...
6 Jan 2025
Running An Online Course? Here’s How To Protect Yourself (2026 Updated)
Creating and selling an online course is one of the fastest ways to package your expertise into a...
6 Jan 2025
How Do You Protect Your Slogan Or Tagline From Your Competitor? (2026 Updated)
Your slogan (or tagline) can be one of the most valuable parts of your brand. It’s the line...
6 Jan 2025
What You Need To Know About Dropshipping (2026 Updated)
Dropshipping can look like the “easy” way to start an online business: you market products, take orders, and...
6 Jan 2025
What Is A Business Plan Non-Disclosure Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re pitching a new business idea, seeking funding, or sounding out potential partners, you’ll probably need to...
6 Jan 2025
When Do You Need Credit Application Terms? (2026 Updated)
Offering credit can be a great way to win bigger customers, secure repeat orders, and smooth out cashflow...
6 Jan 2025
What To Do If Someone Breaks A Contract (2026 Updated)
When someone breaks a contract, it can feel personal - especially if you’ve spent time (and money) relying...
6 Jan 2025
What Is ‘Permitted Use’ In A Commercial Lease? (2026 Updated)
If you’re signing (or renewing) a commercial lease, the “Permitted Use” clause can look like just another line...
6 Jan 2025
Are Volunteers Part Of Your Business? You Need A Volunteer Agreement. (2026 Updated)
Volunteers can be the secret ingredient that helps your organisation grow - whether you’re running a community project,...
6 Jan 2025
Do I Need A Parental Leave Policy? (2026 Updated)
When you’re running a business, it can feel like there’s always another policy you “should” have. But parental...
6 Jan 2025
Returns, Refunds and Exchanges: What Are Your Obligations? (2026 Updated)
You’ve made the sale, you’ve packed the order, and then the message comes through: “I want a refund.”...
6 Jan 2025
What Is A Conjunction Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re running a business in New Zealand, it’s pretty normal to find yourself juggling relationships at the...
6 Jan 2025
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