All posts by Helen Campos

How Do You Declare Dividends? Having explored the fundamentals of dividends – their nature and distribution, let’s focus on the formal process of declaring them I’ll share the practical processes and legal considerations in declaring dividends to ensure your approach is compliant and strategic. Dividend Declaration Process The dividend declaration process usually begins with the … Continue reading How Do You Declare Dividends?→

Dividends are a distribution of profits by a company to its shareholders. When a company generates earnings that exceed its operational and growth needs, it can pay a portion of these profits as a dividend. Any amount not distributed is taken to be re-invested in the business, called retained earnings. In Singapore, companies must ensure … Continue reading What is a Dividend and How Are They Paid Out?→

How to Protect Minority Shareholders in a Shareholder Agreement Companies often operate with a clear division between majority and minority shareholders. Ideally, they should unite behind a common purpose of driving success and growth. However, in my experience as a corporate lawyer, I’ve seen the relationship between these two groups grow tense as majority shareholders … Continue reading How to Protect Minority Shareholders in a Shareholder Agreement→

The Complementarity Assessment Framework (COMPASS) enhances clarity and predictability in the Employment Pass (EP) process, facilitating strategic workforce planning for employers. Beyond the complexities of any framework, the heart of a successful EP application lies in understanding each individual’s skills and aspirations. Here are a few examples of how we’ve overcome challenges and secured successful … Continue reading Navigating COMPASS Together: Your Employment Pass Journey Starts Here→

Singapore’s Employment Pass (EP) landscape has undergone a significant shift. The COMPASS framework introduces new requirements that employers and potential candidates must understand. With a points-based system encompassing four foundational and two bonus criteria, navigating the new process requires careful attention. HC Consultancy can guide you with these changes and improve your chances of success. … Continue reading How Singapore’s Employment Pass (EP) Requirements Have Changed Under COMPASS→

For over a decade, Singapore carries the badge as one of the most influential international business centres in the world. Numerous multinational corporations and international business owners choose Singapore as the location for their operations for a variety of reasons, including the nation’s well-developed infrastructure, corporate tax rates, stable political climate, powerful economy, and competent … Continue reading Expert Guide to Starting up an Offshore Company in Singapore→

Singapore, being the top destination for commercial businesses and entrepreneurs looking to expand on an international level, attracts plenty of working professionals every year. The strong economy, low cost of living and positive work environment are some of the reasons why Singapore is considered the most preferred place for working. If you are planning to … Continue reading What are the Ways for Professionals to Get Work Visa in Singapore?→