Getting Finance Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on getting finance for australian businesses.
ASIC Company Constitution: What It Is, Why It Matters, How To Set Up
Setting up or scaling a company in Australia is exciting - but getting your governance foundations right is just as important as landing your first customers. One of the key building blocks...
30 December 2025
What Is A Trigger Event In Business Contracts?
If you’ve ever raised capital, brought in a co-founder, or signed a supply agreement, you’ve likely come across “trigger events”. They’re short clauses that cause something important to happen when a particular...
30 December 2025
Commercial Law Examples In Australia
Running a small business in Australia means juggling customers, suppliers, staff, and growth-all at once. Commercial law sits behind each of these moving parts. When it’s done well, it protects your cash...
30 December 2025
Pre-Money vs Post-Money Valuation: What’s the Difference?
If you’re planning to raise capital for your company, you’ll quickly run into the terms “pre-money” and “post-money.” They sound technical, but the difference between them affects how much of your business...
30 December 2025Deed of Acknowledgement of Debt in Australia
Cash flow hiccups happen, even when you’re running a tight ship. If a customer or business partner owes you money, a Deed of Acknowledgement of Debt can turn a vague promise to...
29 December 2025
Is a Discretionary Trading Trust a Company in Australia?
When you’re setting up a business in Australia, one of the first big decisions is structure. If you’ve heard terms like “discretionary trust”, “trading trust” and “company” tossed around, it can be...
29 December 2025
Term Sheets: What To Include And How They Work
Whether you’re raising capital, bringing in a co-founder, or selling part of your business, you’ll likely hear one phrase early in the process: “let’s draft a term sheet.” Term sheets are the...
28 December 2025
Sweet Equity In Australia: How To Use It Without Losing Control
Offering “sweet equity” can be a smart way to bring top talent or strategic partners into your business without paying big cash salaries upfront. Done well, it aligns incentives and rewards the...
28 December 2025
Can You Use Shares As Mortgage Collateral In Australia?
If you’re looking to buy a commercial property, refinance business debt or unlock capital for growth, a lender may ask whether you can “put up” shares as security. It’s a common conversation...
28 December 2025
Most Successful Franchises in Australia: Choose and Set Up Legally
Thinking about buying into one of the most successful franchises in Australia? It’s a smart way to launch or expand a small business with a proven brand, a tested model and ongoing...
28 December 2025
What Are Credit Terms and How Do They Work?
Offering credit terms can be a smart way to win work, smooth cashflow and build long-term customer relationships. But if your terms aren’t clear or legally sound, you can end up chasing...
28 December 2025
SAFE Shares In Australia: How They Work And When To Use Them
Raising your first round of funding is exciting - but it can also be confusing, especially when investors ask for “SAFE shares.” Here’s the key point up front: in Australia, a SAFE...
28 December 2025
Foreign Trusts In Australia: Tax Obligations And Compliance
Working with an overseas investor? Planning to expand globally? Or thinking about using an offshore structure in your group? If a foreign trust is anywhere in the picture, it’s worth understanding how...
27 December 2025
Legal Basics For SMEs In Australia
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) power Australia’s economy. If you’re running one, you already know how much grit it takes to grow, hire, and keep customers happy while staying compliant. The good...
27 December 2025
What Does “Associate” Mean Under the Corporations Act?
If you’re running or growing a company in Australia, you’ll eventually come across the term “associate” in the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). It looks simple, but the legal meaning is broader than...
26 December 2025
Share Application Form: How To Issue Shares In Australia
Raising capital for your company can be exciting - but it also needs to be done properly. If you’re bringing in a new investor or allocating shares to a co-founder, you’ll likely...
26 December 2025
Priority Deed in Australia: What It Is and When You Need One
If your business has more than one lender or financier, you’ll almost certainly hear the term “priority deed” (sometimes called a deed of priority or intercreditor deed). It’s a document that decides...
26 December 2025Shareholders’ Rights in Australia: What You Need to Know
Bringing on shareholders is a big moment for any small business. It can unlock funding, bring in expertise and drive growth - but it also introduces legal rights you need to understand...
25 December 2025
Financing Statements on the PPSR in Australia: What You Need to Know
Extending credit to customers, hiring out equipment or lending money to a related entity can all be great for growth - as long as you protect your position if something goes wrong....
24 December 2025
How Small Business Owners Should Do Due Diligence
“Do your due diligence” is advice you’ll hear often in business circles - and for good reason. Whether you’re buying a business, signing a new supplier contract, taking on a commercial lease...
24 December 2025
Deed of Charge in Australia: What It Is, When to Use It, How It Works
If you’re extending credit, lending money, or taking on more risk with customers or partners, securing your position isn’t just smart - it can be the difference between getting paid and writing...
24 December 2025
How to Legally Start a Carpentry Business in Australia
Australia’s building and renovation market continues to grow, and skilled carpenters are in demand. If you’re ready to turn your trade skills into a business, a carpentry venture can be rewarding -...
24 December 2025
Cash Loan With Collateral In Australia: Legal Essentials
Need fast working capital to cover payroll, buy stock or seize a growth opportunity? Many small businesses turn to a cash loan with collateral (a “secured loan”) because it can be quicker...
24 December 2025
How To Create A Simple Financial Agreement Template
Cash flow can make or break a small business. Whether you’re offering payment plans to customers, lending funds to a related entity, or documenting how a co-founder will repay expenses, a clear...
24 December 2025
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