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What Is A Deed Of Access & Indemnity? (2026 Updated)
If you’re stepping into a director role (or you’re running a company and appointing directors), it’s normal to...
5 Jan 2025
A Guide To Employee Onboarding (2026 Updated)
Hiring someone new is a big moment for any business. Whether it’s your very first employee or the...
5 Jan 2025
What Is A Training Agreement? (2026 Updated)
If you’re investing time and money into training people in your business, you’ll usually want some clarity around...
5 Jan 2025
Using Cookies On Your Website? A Cookie Policy Is Important (2026 Updated)
If your website uses analytics, embedded videos, a live chat widget, or any kind of targeted marketing, there’s...
5 Jan 2025
What Licence Do I Need For My Business? (2026 Updated)
Starting a business is exciting - but the “admin” side can get confusing fast, especially when people start...
5 Jan 2025
What Is A Fiduciary Duty? (2026 Updated)
If you’re running a business (or thinking about starting one), you’ll hear the phrase “fiduciary duty” come up...
5 Jan 2025
Setting Up A Pop Up Shop (2026 Updated)
Pop up shops are a great way to test a product idea, build buzz, and make real sales...
5 Jan 2025
The Importance Of Knowing The Difference Between An Employee And A Contractor (2026 Updated)
When you’re growing a business, it’s normal to want flexibility. Maybe you need someone for a short project,...
5 Jan 2025
Pre-emptive Rights For Company Shareholders (2026 Updated)
If you’re running a company with other shareholders (or you’re thinking about bringing investors in), one of the...
5 Jan 2025
Do New Zealand Workers Have The Right To Toilet Breaks? (2026 Updated)
Most people don’t start a job thinking they’ll have to “negotiate” access to the toilet. But in busy...
5 Jan 2025
Developing A Mobile App: Legal Considerations (2026 Updated)
Building a mobile app is exciting. You’ve got an idea, you’ve started mapping features, and you can already...
5 Jan 2025
Things To Do After Registering A Company (2026 Updated)
You’ve registered your company in New Zealand - congrats. For a lot of founders, that’s the moment things...
5 Jan 2025
The Battle Of The Forms: When 2 Parties’ T&Cs Go To War! (2026 Updated)
You send your quote with your terms and conditions attached. The other side sends back a purchase order...
5 Jan 2025
What’s The Difference Between A Business Name And Company Name? (2026 Updated)
If you’re setting up a new venture, it’s completely normal to get stuck on the naming side of...
5 Jan 2025
Cancellation Fees For Services – How They Can Protect Your Small Business (2026 Updated)
If you run a service-based business, cancellations and no-shows can be more than “just annoying” - they can...
5 Jan 2025
Understanding Share Sales (2026 Updated)
Selling shares in a New Zealand company can be an exciting milestone. Maybe you’re ready to cash out...
5 Jan 2025
What Is An Extension Of Lease? (2026 Updated)
Maybe your lease is coming up for renewal, your business is finally gaining momentum, and the last thing...
5 Jan 2025
What Is A Vesting Date? (2026 Updated)
If you’re building a startup (or joining one), you’ll probably hear the term “vesting date” sooner than you’d...
5 Jan 2025
Who Can Witness A Signature? (2026 Updated)
You’ve finally got the contract ready, the deal is agreed, and you’re about to sign. Then someone says:...
5 Jan 2025
Starting Your Own Etsy Store In New Zealand (2026 Updated)
Opening an Etsy store is one of the easiest ways to turn a creative idea into real income...
5 Jan 2025
What Is A Producer Agreement And Why Is It Important? (2026 Updated)
If you’re producing music, film, podcasts, online video content, or even ads for social media, you’ll eventually hit...
5 Jan 2025
Trading Name vs Business Name: What’s The Difference? (2026 Updated)
If you’re starting a business (or rebranding an existing one), it’s completely normal to get stuck on the...
5 Jan 2025
A Guide To Email Marketing Laws In New Zealand (2026 Updated)
Email marketing can be one of the most cost-effective ways to grow your business in New Zealand. But...
5 Jan 2025
Legal Due Diligence: Understanding The Process (2026 Updated)
Buying a business, investing in a startup, signing a major contract, or entering a new partnership can feel...
5 Jan 2025
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