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Step by step legal guides on starting a business

Starting a business is hard work, but the rewards make it well worth it. Here are 10 reasons you should start your own business.
Still waiting for your ABN? Read this article to find out the most common causes of delay and how you can minimise the chances of this occurring.
Here we explain how you can terminate a memorandum of understanding, whether they're legally binding, and what this means for those who sign it.
Many businesses cease operations over the Christmas period. Read this guide to find out what you need to consider to do it the right way.
Are you thinking about issuing shares to raise capital for your company? This article will explain what you need to know about redeemable preference shares.
If you're about to enter into a new franchise, you'll need to make a lot of decisions. One of the first is your franchise business structure.
Before you start running a successful business, you need to know who you're selling to. Read this guide to see the ways you can identify your target market.
Recourse loans offer a great opportunity for small businesses to finance commercial real estate property purchases. Here's the pros and cons of using them.
Are you a business owner who relies on customer sales? Read this guide to find out what inventory control is and how you can do it effectively.
A concise statement enables the Court to understand the key issues of a case without getting sidetracked by unnecessary facts or issues. Find out more here.
Under Australian law, contracts can be formed in a variety of ways. Depending on the circumstances, initialling a document can make it legally enforceable.
As many businesses temporarily close for the holiday season, this may result in employees being forced to take annual leave. Find out more here.
Skilled in electronics and eager to own your own business? Read this step-by-step guide to learn how you can start your own electronic installations business.
Trusts can be established by both individuals and companies. Read about what a corporate trust is and how it works in this article.
Australian eyewear chain Oscar Wylee has been sued by the ACCC for misleading and deceptive conduct. Read more about it here.
Are you on top of new whistleblower laws which affect business? Learn about the changes to whistleblower legislation which came into effect on 1 July.
Insurance is important for most businesses, and especially for sub-contractors. Find out why sub-contractors need insurance here.
Looking to understand the difference between a term sheet and a memorandum of understanding? Read this article to find out what they are and when to use them.

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