What is the Difference Between a Holding Company and an Operating Company?
What is a Holding Company? A holding company has a controlling interest in other companies which are called subsidiaries. An operating company is often a subsidiary of a holding companyRead More
How Can a Charity Apply for DGR Status?
Applying for DGR endorsement is a relatively simple procedure. The following provides a guideline for the procedure to apply for DGR endorsement: If your organisation does not fall within anRead More
What are Preference Shares?
If you are a business who is looking to raise capital, issuing preference shares is an option you should strongly consider. Preference shares are also known as preferred stocks andRead More
What Is A Consignment Agreement?
A consignment agreement is an agreement where the supplier (the consignor) agrees to provide goods to another business (the consignee), for the agreed purpose of selling the goods. Pursuant toRead More
The Importance of Workplace Policies and Staff Handbooks
When operating a business, it is imperative that all levels of staff understand their duties, obligations and responsibilities. Using workplace policies or a staff handbook enables top level management toRead More
What is a Dropshipping Agreement?
With the ever growing world of eCommerce there is an increasing number of methods of creating online stores. Dropshipping is a more recent method and is being used by manyRead More
What Does First Right of Refusal Mean?
The first right of refusal is a contractual right that ensures businesses have access to certain commercial opportunities before others. It is similar to an options clause because the holderRead More
