Buying & Selling a Business Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on buying & selling a business for australian businesses.
How Much Does A Franchise Agreement Review Cost?
Buying a franchise and trying to budget for legal advice? Here's what affects the cost of a franchise review and what a fixed-fee review should include.
7 November 2026
Do I Need A Lawyer To Buy Into A Medical Practice?
Buying into a clinic is exciting, but the documents need careful review. Here's what to check before you commit funds to a medical or allied health practice.
31 October 2026
Heads Of Agreement Vs Term Sheet: Which Do You Need?
Not sure whether to use a heads of agreement, term sheet, letter of intent or MOU? Here is how to choose the right document before the final contract is drafted.
30 October 2026
Sunset Clause In Off-The-Plan Contracts: Buyer Review
Buying off the plan can feel uncertain when the sunset date is doing a lot of work. Here is how to review the clause before you sign, extend or terminate.
30 October 2026
Do I Need A Lawyer To Buy Into A Business?
Buying into a business? Here is what to check before you pay, from valuation and equity to vesting, restraints, exit terms and due diligence.
29 October 2026
Business Sale Agreement Checklist For Buyers
Buying a business? Before you sign the sale agreement, check the assets, staff, lease, warranties, restraints and completion steps so you know exactly what you're getting.
29 October 2026
Can You Transfer Customer Data When Selling Your Business?
Selling your business and planning to hand over customer records? Get clear on when privacy law allows it and what steps can reduce legal risk.
28 October 2026
Commercial Lease Terms For Dental Practices
Opening or buying a dental clinic? Your lease needs to protect your fitout, equipment and future sale plans, not just set the rent and term.
28 October 2026
What To Include In A Transition Services Agreement
Selling or buying a business and still need post-settlement support? Here's what to include in a transition services agreement so the handover stays clear and practical.
24 October 2026
How Completion Accounts Work In Business Sales
Selling or buying a business? Completion accounts can change the final price after settlement. Here's how they work and what to watch in your sale agreement.
21 October 2026
Goodwill In A Cafe Or Salon Business Sale
Goodwill is often the value you cannot see on the stock list. For cafes and salons, that can mean loyal customers, the name, socials, staff know-how and a proper restraint.
19 October 2026
Online Business Sale Agreements For Digital Products
Selling an online store, course or template shop? Here's what your sale agreement should cover so the IP, customer list and handover are clear.
17 October 2026Restraint Clauses In Sale Of Business Agreements
Buying or selling a business? A well-drafted restraint clause can protect the goodwill in the deal without unfairly stopping the seller's next move.
17 October 2026
Personal Guarantees in Australian Supply Contracts
Personal guarantees can protect suppliers but expose directors to serious personal risk. Learn when they are useful, enforceable and negotiable in Australian supply deals.
13 October 2026
Legal Red Flags That Can Make Your Business Harder To Acquire
Could hidden legal issues derail your exit? These red flags can lower value, slow due diligence and make your business harder to acquire.
12 August 2026
Buying A Small Business? A Legal Handover Checklist
Buying a small business? Miss one consent, licence or digital asset and the handover can unravel fast.
10 August 2026
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