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Transfer duty and issuing units in a unit trust
Discover how Queensland transfer duty is applied to dutiable transactions and what it means for your trust. Click through to the article for a comprehensive guide to the Duties Act 2001 (Qld).
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What exactly is a Preference Share?
Discover the advantages and risks of preference shares and their implications for capital gains tax. This article from Dundas Lawyers explains the hybrid rights associated with preference shares, how they are issued, and their potential benefits for shareholders.
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What exactly is a collaboration contract?
Also referred to as a collaboration agreement, a collaboration contract (Collaboration Contract) is an agreement between two (2) or more organisations (or individuals) that want to collaborate to pursue a defined or limited business purpose. In essence a Collaboration Contract is a species of unincorporated joint venture because the collaborators have to contribute resources and…
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What are Shareholders Agreements?
Shareholders agreements are legal contracts that regulate the rights and obligations of shareholders, including confidentiality, dispute resolution, dividend policies, pre-emptive rights, and more.
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What exactly is a Franchise Agreement?
Franchising agreements are legally binding relationships between franchisors and franchisees. But what makes them different from other agreements? Learn more about the key clauses of the code of conduct that must be observed in order to ensure a successful franchising agreement.
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Eligibility criteria for the Trust Restructure Rollover
Thinking of restructuring your trust for some reason? While there are certainly a number of commercial benefits in transitioning from a trust into a company, a common pitfall is failing to acknowledge potential liability for Capital Gains Tax (CGT) or address potential liability for state based transfer duty (Stamp Duty).
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Changes affecting unfair dismissal and minimum wage
Employers should be aware of three changes to employment law that came into effect on 1 July 2016, which have a significant impact on employee rights, including the unfair dismissal high income threshold, maximum compensation for claims, and minimum wage.
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Enforcing confidentiality agreement terms
Learn how to protect confidential information and the legal remedies available if a breach occurs. Find out what elements must be established for a successful claim.
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Trust restructures – relief from capital gains tax
Learn how to avoid or reduce Capital gains tax (CGT) and other taxes when transitioning from a Unit Trust to a company structure. Find out what you need to know about a Trust Restructure Rollover pursuant to Division 124-N of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 (Cth).
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