Business Structures


Long hours and physical demands characteristically common of tradespeople, often sees financial and business obligations not given the right amount of attention. As a result, in correct structures, missing legislative requirements and licences and paying penalties can play havoc with... Read more

While not set in stone, choosing your business structure is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a business owner. It will depend on many factors, for example, the type of business you have, whether you plan to... Read more

Would you be surprised to hear that almost 80% of SMEs in Australia do not have legally compliant employment contracts and workplace polices? Are you in the 20%? Employment agreements and policies work together to clearly define the expectations between... Read more

Getting the right business structure in place is one of the most important business decisions you can make throughout your business lifecycle. Unfortunately, without the right business advice it can be an easy mistake to get your business structuring... Read more

The status of your staff is an important distinction. Whether they are employees or independent contractors, both have consequences for the worker and the business owner. An employee can seem to be set up in the workplace in a... Read more

Buying an existing business can be a great opportunity to hit the ground running and avoid the disadvantages of starting from the ground up. In a majority of situations, buying an existing business is considered a safe option. You acquire... Read more

Landing a big contract is great news for you and your business. But before you pop the champagne cork you’ve got some thinking (and talking) to do. Increased business = Increased risk. Growing your business means your business increases in... Read more

Landing a big contract is great news for you and your business. But before you pop the champagne cork you’ve got some thinking (and talking) to do. Increased business = Increased risk. Growing your business means your business increases in... Read more

A big challenge for many small businesses over the next few years will be competing in stagnant or declining markets. Sticking it out requires courage. Running a stagnant business calls for a new game plan, different to the one used... Read more

Starting a business is literally building something from the ground up. When you start you need a solid foundation (your business plan) and a structure to build on. Start-ups and businesses that forecast growth or substantial change need to carefully... Read more


