Buying a franchise can be a great opportunity for an entrepreneur to start a business using a successful operational structure of a proven model. Despite all the resources that a […]
Continue reading…Protecting Your Business with the Right Insurance
Starting a business is the dream of a lifetime for many Americans. While most entrepreneurs prefer to focus on the aspects of the business that will result in profit, it’s […]
Continue reading…Do I need to file a DBA for my small business?
Selecting a name for your business can be challenging. It must be unique, memorable and representative of your product or service. Depending on the name you ultimately choose, you may […]
Continue reading…Changing Your Business Entity from a Sole Proprietorship
What does the transition entail? There are various ways you can restructure the legal framework of your company if you wish to add a partner to your sole proprietorship, though […]
Continue reading…Financial Records and Your Business
In starting a business, entrepreneurs are inundated with paperwork, legal requirements and numerous planning meetings. While most of these activities seem burdensome, many business owners cite financial management and record-keeping […]
Continue reading…An Introduction to Benefit Corporations
Most business owners in the United States have heard of C-Corporations and S- Corporations but over the past few years, a new corporate form has emerged that is not yet […]
Continue reading…Opening a new restaurant? Some key legal considerations for restaurateurs
Each year, approximately 30,000 new restaurants are opened in the United States. Most restaurateurs understand the great risk that comes with these ventures; in fact, some sources estimate as many […]
Continue reading…Buying an Existing Franchise
While purchasing and establishing a new franchise unit may seem easier than starting from scratch with your own business model, it is still a time consuming and expensive undertaking. Franchisees […]
Continue reading…Corporate Bylaws: What Do I Need to Include?
Corporate bylaws are a critical component in the foundation of any corporation, partnership or association. Generally speaking, the bylaws establish the rules for internal operations and governance. While business owners […]
Continue reading…Dissolving a General Partnership
There are a number of reasons to dissolve a general partnership. Whether business is not going well, you can’t get along with your business associates or you are ready to […]
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