The Charities Commission Has Declined Our Application For Registration As A Charity – Do We Have Other Options?

By Karina Job

The answer is yes! Many organisations are now faced with the dilemma of having their applications for registration as a charitable entity declined after having previously enjoyed "tax exempt status" under the old rules administered by the Inland Revenue Department.

Directors & Shareholders – What’s The Difference?

By Karina Job

Do either of these scenarios sound familiar to you?

Companies – What Are They and Why Should I Think About Forming One?

By Karina Job

You should consider setting up a company to avoid the situation a client once found himself in. This particular client enjoyed all aspects of tourism and travel and so decided to establish a travel agency and operate as a sole trader. As with many new businesses starting up, the client incurred significant establishment costs.

5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Setting Up A Family Trust

By Karina Job

After discussions with your family and professional advisers you have decided that a family trust is the best mechanism to protect your assets for your children and grandchildren.

Buying at Mortgagee Sale – Bag a Bargain!

By Kirsty Kupa

The current "economic crisis" has seen a dramatic increase in the number of properties on the market, under the ominous sign of "mortgagee sale".

Notes on the Law of Straying Stock

By Liam Hehir

For many years in New Zealand farmers were not liable for any of their animals straying onto the road. There was not even a requirement for animal owners to fence property adjacent to roads.

The Fair Trading Act 1986

By Sarah Sheppard

The Fair Trading Act 1986 ("FTA") prohibits misleading and deceptive conduct, false representations and unfair practices by people ‘in trade'. It does not cover private sales.

Getting Paid On Time – The Importance of Effective Terms of Trade and Debtor Control Processes

By Sarah Sheppard

With the current challenging economic environment it is an excellent time to review terms of trade and debtor control processes to ensure optimal cash flow.

The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993

By Sarah Sheppard

The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (the "CGA") establishes a set of ‘guarantees' which apply to goods and services.

The New REINZ Agreement for Sale and Purchase Form – Process for Approval of Conditions

By Sarah Sheppard

Agreements for the sale and purchase of property are frequently subject to conditions relating to finance, builder's report, LIM report or inspection of council records.

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