Choosing a financial lender
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Practical tips to help you find the right financial lender to fund your business.

Types of disputes we can help with
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We can assist with disputes about contracts, leases, non-payment or non-performance, unfair terms and other issues.

Starting a side hustle
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An overview of the seven steps to follow if you would like to start a 'side hustle' business.

Our customer promise
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About the SBDC
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Information about the SBDC, including our governance framework, Small Business Commissioner, SBDC Board and facts and stats about the sector in Western Australia.

How to claim compensation for disruption caused by landlord’s works
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You may be entitled to compensation if your landlord has undertaken work that has disrupted your business. This guide provides an overview of the situations when you may be entitled to claim compensation and the process you need to follow.

Managing stress and anxiety
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Explains the warning signs to look out for that stress and anxiety are starting to build up. Also includes the contact details of organiations that provide free support services for small business owners.

How to manage risks in your business
11 December 2020
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To help you avoid or limit damage from a disaster, we have created a business continuity plan template that's suitable for any type of business.
Are landlord’s works causing disruption to your business?
20 November 2019
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You may be entitled to compensation if your landlord is carrying out works that are causing disruption to your business. Some of the situations in which you can claim compensation are: if general works are being carried out by the landlord in your shopping centre or building the shopping centre or building are being redeveloped the disclosure...
Borrowing from family to start your business?
5 February 2025
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Should you borrow money from your family? Questions to ask yourself before getting loved ones involved.
NDIS and small business: Your questions answered
14 October 2024
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Our business advisory team receives a number of calls from business owners who provide services or support to participants of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) or are considering becoming NDIS providers. Here are the top questions business owners have been asking about the NDIS - and answers from an NDIS expert. The National...
Nothing flaky about this pastry business: French Resistance café
14 August 2024
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Gaelle Morival’s foray into the business world began with her love for French pastries and a desire to bring a slice of France to Perth. In October 2023, she purchased an existing café, French Resistance, which had already been operating for five years. Gaelle saw this as an opportunity to combine her passion for delicious French pastries with a...