Business Structure & Ownership Advice


When starting a new business or when a major expansion/change occurs in your business, it is vital to properly consider business structuring and succession planning to reduce your risks, protect your assets and minimise tax liabilities.

APC Chartered Accountants offer structuring advice and guidance to assist you in finding the best way to structure both your business entities and passive investments.

We can help you:

  • Decide on the most suitable structure for your business/investment – sole trader, partnership, trust, SMSF, joint venture or company
  • Establish and implement the new structure
  • Establish a good working relationship with your bank
  • Register for an Australian Business Number
  • Complete registration procedures with Australian Securities and Investments Commission
  • Deal with all company secretarial issues
  • Set up a recording system for your internal use and for complying with statutory requirements
  • With business restructuring
  • With exit strategies

We will work with your other professional advisors (such as lawyers and financial advisors) to assess the best structure for your business and ensure that the correct legal documentation is drawn up.