Sole traders’ biggest risks and how to insure for them Sole traders enjoy the “simplest and cheapest business structure”, according to the Australian Government Business Register. You’re in full control. You make the business decisions. The good news is you won’t have to pay a registration or annual fee to set up ‘shop’. It’s free to […]
Mental health might not have been on the radar of many businesses previously, but this year COVID-19 has put mental wellbeing at the forefront of workplace safety considerations. Both employees and business owners have been subjected to additional stress and uncertainty, and self-isolation and possible loneliness have only added to feelings of anxiety. Back to […]
Congratulations on starting your new business. By now you’ve chosen a structure to suit, such as sole trader, partnership, company, or trust, and sought expert financial advice. You’ve registered your business and secured the right licences and permits to operate, either online or in a traditional brick and mortar building. You see promise for your business, and […]
As a property manager or managing agent, your risk profile is different from that of a landlord. The landlord owns the property, not you, so they’re responsible for insuring their property. However, you’ve been hired to act as the middle person between the landlord and the tenant, who could be an individual or a business. […]
As the owner of a residential strata property, you might think your strata or body corporate fees cover your share of the premium costs of insurance and that you won’t need to buy extra insurance. But do you know what residential strata insurance does and doesn’t cover? Each state and territory in Australia has different […]
