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Resolving Partnership Disputes

Resolving Partnership Disputes

Glenn Ferguson
Sep 25, 2023
Partnerships are unique in that whilst they can be relatively inexpensive to set up, a partner is exposed to being sued individually and is jointly and severally liable with the…
Changes to Enterprise Bargaining in Australia

Changes to Enterprise Bargaining in Australia

Glenn Ferguson
Sep 21, 2023
From 6 June 2023 onwards, significant changes have been made to enterprise agreements and bargaining methods by the Fair Work Commission (FWC). Before identifying the changes, it is imperative to…
Keys Terms in a Shareholder or Security Holder Agreement

Keys Terms in a Shareholder or Security Holder Agreement

Glenn Ferguson
Sep 14, 2023
What is the difference between a Shareholder and Security Holder Agreement? There is no difference – Shareholders Agreements are often referred to as Security Holders Agreements (SHA). They are both…
Property development through a Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF)

Property development through a Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF)

Glenn Ferguson
Sep 5, 2023
We are often asked by clients are they allowed to undertake property developments through their SMSF. It is an attractive proposition and can result in handsome returns, but it has…
When a Charity needs new Board Members

When a Charity needs new Board Members

Zoe Naylor
Aug 28, 2023
Charities and not-for-profit entities have turnover and change just as for-profit companies experience. However, as many charities are companies limited by the liability of their members, the process to change…
What is a New (or Near New) Dwelling Exemption Certificate?

What is a New (or Near New) Dwelling Exemption Certificate?

Jozefina Ndoci
Aug 25, 2023
There are two types of residential property exemption certificates which will not require a foreign person to have to obtain FIRB approval for a particular property. These are: a New…
Business sales and share transfers – don’t forget the landlord!

Business sales and share transfers – don’t forget the landlord!

Tom Wood
Aug 15, 2023
Building up a business is hard work. Developing relationships with customers and suppliers. Employing and managing staff. Red tape and paperwork. Putting out spot fires daily. And then, one day,…
Annual General Meetings for Charities

Annual General Meetings for Charities

Zoe Naylor
Aug 11, 2023
Just after the end of financial year, you may notice that many companies hold Annual General Meetings (AGM) and many charities are no different. What are Annual General Meetings? An…
Employment rights to be entrenched in Fair Work Act

Employment rights to be entrenched in Fair Work Act

Francois Malan
Aug 3, 2023
As we find ourselves in the second half of 2023, it is important to keep up to date with changes the Australian Government is making, or has made, to the…
When am I exempt from applying for FIRB approval?

When am I exempt from applying for FIRB approval?

Jozefina Ndoci
Jul 31, 2023
There are certain circumstances under the FIRB legislation which do not require a foreign person to apply for FIRB approval when purchasing land and a few of the most common…
Superannuation Increase 2023

Superannuation Increase 2023

Francois Malan
Jul 20, 2023
The Super Guarantee for the 2023/2024 financial year has increased to 11% of earnings. This is in line with the Federal Government’s amendment to the Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Act 1992…
Can I redevelop an established dwelling if I obtain FIRB approval?

Can I redevelop an established dwelling if I obtain FIRB approval?

Jozefina Ndoci
Jun 6, 2023
Do I have to live in an established house if I purchase it with FIRB approval as a temporary resident? If your FIRB application gets approved for the purchase of…
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