What is the Enterprise Development Grant (EDG)? The Enterprise Development Grant helps Singapore companies grow and transform. There are 3 pillars under EDG: Core Capabilities Projects under Core Capabilities help businesses prepare for growth and transformation by strengthening their business foundations. These should go beyond basic functions such as sales and accounting. Innovation and Productivity [...]
In our previous article, What are Routine Secretarial Services?, we discussed the typical services which a corporate service provider will cover. In this article, we will touch on what are non-routine Secretarial Services. Non-routine secretarial services are typically items that do not happen on a regular basis. They are generally not the usual statutory requirements. [...]
In accordance with the Companies Act, every Singapore registered company is required to appoint a company secretary. In many instances, companies may outsource this position, as well as the duty to maintain corporate compliance, to a corporate service provider like Singapore Secretary Services. The role of the Company Secretary is to assist in the administration [...]
This article was previously featured on Singapore Employment Agency and syndicated on our website. The short answer to this question would be yes. However, there are a few qualifiers and you should read further into this article to better understand what they are. There are many who would like to come to Singapore [...]
Striking off a company is to close down a company and the effect is that the company will cease to exist. However, there may be instances where certain persons may want to restore a previously struck off company. There are provisions in the Companies Act for this under sections 344(5) of the Companies Act. Under [...]
On the 10th of January 2022, the Singapore parliament passed the Corporate Registers (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act. This act amends the Companies Act and the Limited Liability Partnerships Act. This act adds the requirement for Companies registered in Singapore to keep registers of nominee shareholders and their nominees. This requirement will plug the gap regarding the [...]
Whether you are an individual or a business entity, you might want to check on a particular Singapore company to verify its details before entering into any business dealings with it. For example, it might be prudent for an individual or business entity to verify the position of an individual before entering into a contract. [...]
If the payments for the director are based on a contract of service, then the directors would be considered as employees and they would be engaged under a contract of service. However, if the directors' fees were voted and approved by the shareholders at a general meeting, then these payments would not be subject to [...]
What is payroll management? Payroll management is about administering employees' salaries, bonuses, relevant payments and financial records and possibly other miscellaneous items like leave and medical leave matters. Payroll management is an important aspect of running a company. It is mandatory to maintain and keep employees' records according to the Employment Act. You have two [...]
Certain business expenses can be deducted from your revenue. These deductions can reduce the income that is subject to tax. However, it is important to note that not all business expenses can be deductible. Here are some general rules: Expenses must be incurred. (An expense is incurred when the legal liability to pay has [...]