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5/05/2010 | The Doctrine of Frustration We all experience frustration, particularly when things happen that are totally beyond our control. No doubt many people were somewhat frustrated with events arising from the volcanic eruption in Iceland...
13/01/2010 | Post-Christmas financial stress It’s incredibly easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of Christmas spending. Who doesn’t want to play Santa? Surely a new year’s resolution to cut back on spending...
16/12/2009 | Beware the office Christmas party The work Christmas party. Many of us have a story. We’ve all witnessed karaoke performances by inebriated work colleagues who suddenly discover their star potential. While sometimes embarrassing the next day, these incidents are often harmless...
25/11/2009 | Take care with buying a new business For many among us, the desire to own and operate a business – to be your own boss – is a cherished vision and a driving force...
7/10/2009 | Penalty clauses in contracts - are they enforced Most of us know the meaning of a penalty in a sporting context. If a player breaks a rule, the other team gains an advantage. Who could miss the roar of disappointment from....
24/09/2009 | Work Choices Versus Fair Work There is no question that Howard's Work Choices was unpopular.
1/08/2009 | Superannuation Borrowing Rules Generally, the Superannuation Industry (Supervision Act) prohibits a SMSF from taking out a loan. However, in September 2007 the Act was changed to allow a SMSF to take out a loan...
7/07/2009 | Buying a Franchise Small business remains the powerhouse of the Australian economy, providing the great majority of employment opportunities.
11/02/2009 | Business Insolvency Unfortunately, in today's volatile economic environment in Australia, business insolvency for many people becomes a fact of life.
1/11/2008 | You can't take it with you In this issue of Stacks Wealth Protection Bulletin, we consider some very important fundamental issues concerning wealth protection.