As most business owners are aware, it is common practice to trade under a ‘trading name’. Not to be confused with a legal name, a trading name relates to your business trading activities. This name can be anything (within reason) and commonly reflects the services or products which your business provides. However, some business owners…

A lease which is in a registrable form (a Titles Office Form 7 in Queensland), can be registered on the title for the property. Once registered, the lease is shown as an interest on title, noting the name of the tenant and the commencement and expiry dates, along with the next option term (if there is one). Registration…

Selling your business is an important decision.  It is important you have all the information you need when you decide to sell.  Below are some things you might consider as part of your pre-sale preparation: 1.   Method of Sale There are two main methods of sale. First is the sale of the business assets themselves (most common),…