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Examining whether trusts are immune from family law claims.

Discussing the responsibilities of directors and shareholders in proprietary limited companies.

An update on the tax implications of inheriting assets from a deceased spouse.

Examining the issue of double taxation on deceased estates and exploring possible solutions.

Warning of the potential application of Part IVA anti-avoidance provisions to trust distributions to "bucket" companies.

Discussing the legal issues surrounding telecommunications leases.

Providing guidance on the legal and practical considerations involved in forcing out a business partner.

Discussing the last-minute expansion of the Franchising Code of Conduct.

Examining the tax implications of owning a main residence through a company or trust.

Discussing the new penalties for unfair contract terms.

Providing an overview of the essential tax updates from the Federal Budget 2022-23.

Examining the legal definition of a retail lease.

Discussing the new disclosure requirements for landlords.

Examining the ACCC's focus on greenwashing in advertising.

Urging businesses to register their .au domain name before the priority registration period ends.

Exploring the anti-phoenixing laws and their impact on businesses.

Providing guidance on conducting due diligence when purchasing a business.

Examining the Owies v JJE Nominees Pty Ltd case and its implications for discretionary family trusts.

Discussing Kanye West's legal action against a small Melbourne business over the use of his name.

Examining the use of restraint of trade clauses in franchise agreements.

Highlighting the importance of full and frank disclosure when selling a business.

Discussing the ACCC's crackdown on misleading conduct.

Examining Victoria's new windfall gains tax and its impact on property developers.

Reminding directors and franchisors of upcoming deadlines for compliance.

Discussing business succession planning and transitioning to the next generation.

Urging NSW discretionary trust holders to take advantage of a one-time opportunity to avoid extra land tax and duty.

Discussing the gift and loan back strategy for asset protection.

Highlighting the importance of a business "pre-nup" for co-owned businesses and providing guidance on what to do if you don't have one.

Examining the debate around the windfall gains tax and its impact on property developers.

Providing guidance on whether individuals can claim a tax deduction for rent while working from home during a COVID-19 lockdown.

Examining tax considerations for employee share and option plans.

Exploring the valuable tax concessions available for a members' voluntary liquidation.

Explaining how a ‘reasonably arguable position’ can mitigate tax penalties.

Examining whether a transfer to a bare trust can be subject to transfer duty.

Discussing how proposed legislation may potentially assist to prevent the ATO from taking certain actions during a review process.