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Preparing yourself for business

Learn how to prepare yourself to start a new business.

Difference between a business and a hobby

Find out if you're running a business or a hobby so you know your obligations.

Calculate the start-up costs of your business

Understand how to calculate your start-up expenses to help you determine how much money you need to start your business.

How to choose a business name

Find out how to choose a business name and check if it's available.

Business names, trading names and legal names

Understand the different names and why you need to register the name your business trades under.

Legal essentials for business

Understand the common legal areas and laws that may apply to you and your new business.

Help for your business

Find out what support services are available to you to help you start and grow your business.

Buying an existing business

Find out what you need to do if you want to buy a business.

Choose your business location

Understand why it's important to look for the right location for your business.

Start a business as a young person

Understand the first steps to start your own business as a young person.

Start a business as a non-citizen

Understand that to start and run a business in Australia as a non-citizen requires a specific work visa.

Set up a market stall

Find out what obligations you need to comply with to run a market stall.

Commissioner and Ombudsman services

Find out what type of support is available from Commissioners and Ombudsman for business.