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How to Raise Capital For a Startup
Overview Having a scalable business model is the key feature of a startup, and scaling up requires cash. That is why raising capital becomes a common key activity for startup founders. In…
How to apply for a director identification number
Background From November 2021, directors will need to verify their identity with the newly established Australian Business Registry Services (ABRS) as part of a new requirement to obtain a unique…
When Should I Incorporate My Business?
Introduction Incorporating your business may be the last thing on your mind. While many start-ups and small businesses start as sole traders or partnerships, incorporation is often a more suitable…
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Selling Shares In A Private Company In Australia
Overview 1. Selling their shares to existing shareholders (or failing that, external third parties) (known as a “share sale”); or A shareholder may exit private company by: 2. Selling their…
Shareholders’ Agreements Explained
Shareholder Agreement – Overview A shareholders’ agreement is an agreement between the shareholders of a company intended to regulate their rights and obligations. A shareholders’ agreement differs from a constitution in that a company constitution can be…
Tax Consolidations Explained
Overview Tax consolidation is where an eligible corporate group elects to be treated as a single entity for income tax purposes. During consolidation, each subsidiary member will lose its individual tax…
Trade Mark Registration Explained
1. Trade Mark Scoping 1. Choosing the type of trade mark 2. The trade mark owner 3. Goods and services 4. Conflict searching 1/Choosing the type of trade mark (a)…
What are SAFE Notes?
Safe Notes – Introduction The simple agreement for future equity (commonly known as a SAFE note) is an equity financing instrument that was released by Y Combinator in late 2013…
What is the Difference Between a Small Business and a Start-up?
Small Business Vs Startup – Overview Knowing the difference between a small business and a start-up is crucial in creating an effective business plan. The two terms are often confused, yet they…
When Should I Incorporate My Business?
Introduction Incorporating your business may be the last thing on your mind. While many start-ups and small businesses start as sole traders or partnerships, incorporation is often a more suitable…
