When starting a business, one of the most critical decisions you’ll face is choosing your business structure. While many entrepreneurs automatically gravitate toward forming an LLC (Limited Liability Company), this one-size-fits-all approach might not be optimal for your specific situation. Your choice of entity will affect everything from your tax obligations and personal liability to […]
Read MoreYour company’s name is more than just a label; it’s a valuable asset that not only represents your brand but represents the legacy of your work in the world as well. It tells your clients, customers, and community who you are and what your business stands for. Protecting your business name through trademark registration can […]
Read MoreAs a small business owner, there were a lot of decisions you considered when you started your business, from what services to offer and where your business would be located, to what color your logo should be and what font you’ll use. You also had to choose what kind of entity your business would be, […]
Read MoreIf you’re a business owner and have been operating your business as a Sole Proprietor, you’re leaving the personal assets of your family at risk. From a creative side hustle to a tech startup, owning a business always comes with some level of financial investment and risk, whether you’re purchasing supplies, leasing office space, or […]
Read MoreAs a business owner, you may want to keep your personal information private and out of the public record. Luckily, if you want to run your own business but prefer to stay out of the spotlight, there’s a solution to this problem that many business owners use – nominee services. Nominee services allow you to […]
Read MoreIf you’ve decided to incorporate your business or review the type of entity you already have in place, it’s essential to not only choose the right entity, but also decide who (or what) should own that entity. Unfortunately, most basic business lawyers overlook this question, and I want to ensure you don’t miss it just […]
Read MoreMany business owners structure their business as a limited liability company (LLC) because like corporations, LLCs offer personal liability protection for their owners. But unlike corporations, LLCs are not required to adhere to many of the same burdensome corporate formalities required of corporations. Since LLCs offer the liability protection of a corporation, without all of […]
Read MoreSetting up the right legal structure for your business may seem like a boring detail that you don’t need to spend much time on. But, in reality, selecting the right entity for your company is one of the most critical decisions you can make as a business owner. That said, there are all sorts of […]
Read MoreOf all the different choices you have to make when starting a new business, arguably none is more critical or has a more significant impact on your success or failure than your choice of business entity structure. The entity you choose will affect everything from the amount of taxes you pay and the type of […]
Read MoreOf all the different choices you have to make when starting a new business, arguably none is more critical or has a more significant impact on your success or failure than your choice of business entity structure. The entity you choose will affect everything from the amount of taxes you pay and the type of […]
Read MoreOne of the main reasons for setting up your business as a corporation or limited liability company (LLC) is to shield your personal assets from debts and other liabilities incurred by your business. Corporations and LLCs exist as separate legal entities from their owners, which allows the business itself to acquire assets, enter into contracts, […]
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