Directors’ duties in New Zealand are not theoretical concepts. They are legal obligations that apply every day a company is operating. Whether you are a formal director, a de-facto director, or a person who is effectively calling the shots, the Companies Act 1993 makes it clear that you must act in a way that protects […]
Directors’ duties in New Zealand. What every business owner needs to know Read More »
Personal guarantees are a routine part of doing business in New Zealand. Banks require them for lending. Landlords often require them for commercial leases. Suppliers ask for them as part of credit applications. Franchise systems rely heavily on them. The problem is that most business owners sign these documents without fully understanding the legal exposure
Personal guarantees in New Zealand. What business owners are really signing up for Read More »
From 1 December 2025 a set of changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) take effect that change how pets are handled in rental homes across New Zealand. The reforms are aimed at making it easier for tenants to keep pets while giving landlords clearer tools and protections to manage risks and recover pet-related damage.
