Business Foundations — Brisbane

Stop Guessing.
Start Solid.

The "do it once, do it right" foundation for new businesses. Get set up properly from day one — structure, accounts, and brand basics.

Licensed Business Broker · Brisbane Based

Stop guessing. Start solid.

The “do it once, do it right” foundation for new businesses.

current challenges

Being good at your trade doesn’t automatically translate into running a solid business. Most new owners rush into decisions — mixing personal and business money, choosing a structure without thinking ahead, or treating branding and systems as an afterthought.
It works for a while. Then tax time hits, cashflow tightens, or risk shows up — and fixing it later costs far more time, money, and stress than getting it right at the start.
The damage usually isn’t obvious on day one.
It shows up when you try to grow, step back, or sell.

our approach

We help you put the right foundations in place before momentum takes over.
At Comma Advisory, we take a short, strategic pause on key setup decisions — not to slow you down, but to make sure your business is structured properly from the beginning. That way, growth, scale, or exit doesn’t require a painful rebuild later.
Think of it as pouring a proper concrete slab before you build.

What You Actually Get

Foundation Architecture Session

We start by understanding how you intend to run the business — growth plans, risk exposure, lifestyle goals, and longer-term exit considerations. These inputs matter far more than filling out forms.

Structure Strategy & Setup Management

We map out a commercial structure that supports your exit goals, then coordinate with an accountant to ensure it is implemented correctly and compliantly. You get clarity and alignment without taking on unnecessary legal or tax risk.

Clean Books Setup

We set up Xero or MYOB properly from day one — including chart of accounts and reporting logic — so you can actually see how the business is performing and make informed decisions early.

Practical Brand Pack

More than a logo. We help you create clean, professional templates for quotes, invoices, emails, and signatures so you present consistently and build trust from the first job.

Terms & Trade Review

We review your payment terms and quote process to improve cash certainty and ensure you get paid on time.

90-Day Launch Map

A clear, practical plan outlining exactly what to focus on in your first three months — so structure turns into momentum, not overwhelm.

Who This Is For

Fees & inclusions

Business Foundation: The Operational Starter Kit

Building the Structure While You Focus on the Vision

We understand how overwhelming it feels when setting up a new business. Our services not only removes guesswork and helps you get started quickly but also ensures that it is scalable when you are ready. 

The Essentials

For first-time founders who want structured setup without overwhelm
$1800 +GST
    Core Compliance
  • Facilitate registration with Partner platforms for: Company or trust setup, ABN, GST, TFN, Business name registration
  • Step-by-step guide to create Director ID (document + video instructions)
  • Financial Setup
  • Xero/Zoho Books set up (chart of accounts + bank feeds + training call)
  • Digital Identity
  • Domain Registration
  • Email address
  • Business Address & Systems
  • Virtual Office Address
  • CRM System
  • Support & Bonus
  • 30-Day Support
  • Bonus: Cashflow Health Check
Best Value

The Launchpad

For founders wanting professional presence from day one
$2500 +GST
    Core Compliance
  • Facilitate registration for: Company/Trust, ABN, GST, TFN, Business name
  • Step-by-step guide to create Director ID
  • Financial Setup
  • Xero/Zoho Books set up (chart of accounts + bank feeds + training call)
  • Digital Identity
  • Domain Registration & Email address
  • Outlook + mobile email set up
  • Social media handles set up
  • Business Address & Systems
  • 12-Month Herston Virtual Office Address (Service includes mail management, client meet & greet, ASIC/ATO/marketing permission)
  • Basic CRM system set up (Zoho/Hubspot or similar)
  • Support & Bonus
  • 90-Day Support
  • Bonus: Cashflow Health Check

Full Suite

For founders serious about building a scalable, systemised business.
$4500 +GST
    Core Compliance
  • Facilitate registration for: Company/Trust, ABN, GST, TFN, Business name
  • Step-by-step guide to create Director ID
  • Financial Setup
  • Xero/Zoho Books set up (chart of accounts + bank feeds + training call)
  • Invoice template with business logo
  • Bank transactions reconciliations for 3 months
  • Digital Identity
  • Domain Registration & Email address
  • Email signature set up
  • Outlook + mobile email set up & Social media handles
  • Business Address & Systems
  • 12-Month Herston Virtual Office Address (Full service)
  • Detailed CRM set up including welcome emails
  • Facilitate 1300 or 1800 number with call forward to mobile
  • Support & Bonus
  • 6-Month High-Touch Advisory (zoom/phone call once a month up to 60mins)
  • Bonus: Cashflow Health Check

Common Questions

Straight answers. No runaround.

Not at all. A big chunk of our clients are businesses that have been operating for a year or two and realise their setup isn't right — wrong structure, messy books, no proper systems. It's actually cheaper to fix it now than to let it compound. If you've got an ABN but feel like you're winging it, this is still for you.

Yes — and we work alongside yours. We handle the business structure thinking, setup coordination, systems, and brand basics. Your accountant handles tax registration and compliance. We brief them on what we've set up so everyone's aligned. If you don't have an accountant yet, we can point you in the right direction.

Typically four weeks from start to finish. We run it as a focused sprint so you're not dragging it out over months. By the end you have your structure in place, books set up, brand basics done, and a 90-day plan in your hand. You stay focused on bringing in work — we handle the setup.

Yes. Having an ABN doesn't mean everything is set up correctly — most sole traders and early-stage businesses have gaps in their structure, accounting setup, or systems. We'll do a quick review and focus on what's missing or needs fixing, rather than starting from scratch unnecessarily.

The Essentials ($1,800) covers the core compliance and accounting setup — right for someone who just needs the basics done properly. The Launchpad ($2,500) adds professional presence: virtual office address, social handles, CRM, and 90 days of support. The Full Suite ($4,500) is for founders who want to build something scalable from day one — full setup, six months of advisory, and hands-on implementation throughout.

It's a real commercial address at our Herston office — you can use it on your ASIC registration, ATO correspondence, website, and marketing materials. We handle mail management and client meet-and-greet if needed. It gives you a professional business presence without the cost of a physical office, which matters when you're building trust with early clients.

Not much. Come to the first call with a rough idea of what you want to build and how you plan to run it. We'll take it from there — ask the right questions, map out what's needed, and tell you exactly what we'll handle versus what needs your input. We keep it simple so you can focus on the work.

next steps?

Typically delivered as a 4-week, hands-on sprint.
We do the heavy lifting around structure and setup so you can stay focused on the work that brings income in.

“Comma Advisory's Business Foundations service focuses on business structure, systems, and implementation coordination. Tax and legal advice is provided by registered professionals.”