The Bald Truth: Essential Tips for QLD Small Businesses

Our Director of Assistance, Peter Maddock—yes, he’s bald!—shares his expertise in these concise, 1-minute videos to help you navigate the challenges of commercial leasing.

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Locked out without notice - steps to consider

The Bald Truth’s Peter Maddock shares steps to consider when locked out without notice from a commercial premises in Qld:

  1. Seek legal advice urgently – the consequences of being locked out can far outweigh the costs of legal advice.
  2. Assess whether the lessor’s actions are consistent with the lease or Property Law Act. 
  3. Understand options such as making an application to QCAT for an interim order if it’s a retail lease. Plus more…

Read the factsheet on this topic.

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GST on Outgoings

Find out about GST on outgoings in commercial and retail leases. 

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Peter Maddock talking about his top tip when entering a commercial lease
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How to avoid a big shock at the end of a commercial lease.

Read our factsheet for all our tips when entering a commercial lease.

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Ending a lease early: What you need to know

Important issues and information to consider before ending a lease early.

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Understand and manage outgoings

Learn about outgoings under a commercial tenancy and how to manage the cost.

Read our factsheet for more tips and advice.

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What to do if you are presented with a breach notice under your commercial lease

The best thing you can do when presented with a breach notice under your commercial lease.

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Unable to Pay Rent

Where to get help if you are struggling to pay rent on a commercial lease.

Read our factsheet for more tips and advice.

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Understand Make Good and Bond Return

What to check for make good and bond return at the end of a commercial lease.

Read our factsheet for more tips and advice.

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When to register a commercial lease

Find out why and when you should register a commercial lease.

Read our fact sheets for more tips and advice about common issues faced by small businesses.

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How to get your commercial lease bond back

Find out how to get your commercial lease bond back.

Read the factsheet on this topic.

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Manage business disruptions

Find out what you can do to successfully manage business disruptions.

Read our fact sheets for more tips and advice about common issues faced by small businesses.

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Understanding periodic tenancies

Find out about the benefits and risks associated with a periodic commercial tenancy.

Read our fact sheets for more tips and advice about common issues faced by small businesses.

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Get your commercial lease bond returned

Find out how long it might take for bond to be returned at the end of a commercial lease.

Read our factsheet for more tips and advice.

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Navigating rising rent costs in commercial leases

How to approach rent increases in a commercial tenancy.

Read our factsheet for more tips and advice.

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Outgoing vs. direct costs in commercial leases

Understand the difference between outgoings and direct costs before signing a lease.

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Getting paid as an independent contractor

How to avoid payment issues as an independent contractor.

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Year-end business tasks: Online presence and lease end

Two important tasks tenants should consider at year end for their small business.

Read our newsletter article for more tips and advice.

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Tips to manage invoicing and reduce debt

Two important tips to get invoices paid and reduce the risk of insolvency for small businesses.

Read our factsheet for more tips and advice.

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Avoid Repairs and Maintenance Disputes

Find out how to stay on top of repairs and maintenance in commercial leases.

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Understanding Audited Annual Statement of Outgoings

Find out when a landlord of a retail lease should provide a tenant with an audited annual statement of outgoings.

Read our fact sheets for more tips and advice about common issues faced by small businesses.

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Essential tool for small businesses in emergencies

Essential tool to help small business owners document crucial decisions and actions during disasters.

Read: Keeping this log can be vital for accessing grants, loans, and for insurance claims, post

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Protect your business from email compromise

What to look out for and do to protect your business getting hacked.
Read our fact sheets for more tips and advice about common issues faced by small businesses.

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Top tips for resolving business disputes

How to sort out small business disputes from getting your bond back to broken air-conditioners.

Read our factsheet for more tips and advice.

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Supporting Queensland small businesses through tough times

Practical support offered for small businesses affected by severe storms and cyclones.

Read practical resources from the Queensland Legal Assistance Forum and Queensland Law Society that address legal questions about insolvency, insurance claims, and commercial leases.