March 19, 2024

How to Get a Sales Tax Permit in Texas? (2024)

How to Get a Sales Tax Permit in Texas? Most US states require any individual or business that sells specific products, provides certain services, or owns, […]
March 13, 2024

16 Recession-Proof Businesses Ideas

16 Recession-Proof Businesses Ideas With global financial uncertainty, post-pandemic inflation, an escalation in armed conflicts around the world, and fears of a possible recession on the […]
February 20, 2024

S Corp VS LLC: What is the Difference?

S Corp VS LLC: What is the Difference? When starting a business, you`ve many decisions; one is choosing a structure. An LLC is a common choice […]
February 14, 2024

Seller’s Permit vs. Business License: What’s the Difference?

Seller’s Permit vs. Business License: What’s the Difference? Are you reading this because you’re starting a small business and want to know whether you need a […]
February 4, 2024

What is Pass-Through Taxation?

What is Pass-Through Taxation? Pass-through taxation is a tax structure where the owners or shareholders of a business receive profits and losses and report them on […]
October 15, 2023
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How to Start a Thriving Jewelry Business in 9 Steps

How to Start a Thriving Jewelry Business in 9 Steps It’s no secret that business owners wear many hats, from marketing to bookkeeping. No matter what […]
October 15, 2023
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How to Write a Business Plan in 10 Easy Steps

How to Write a Professional Business Plan in 10 Easy Steps During financial uncertainty, many of us press pause on our entrepreneurial aspirations. Wondering if now’s […]
September 10, 2023

Self-Employed Retirement Plans: Find the Best One for You

Self-Employed Retirement Plans: Find the Best One for You Many small business owners need every dollar to keep their companies running; never mind those unexpected extras […]
September 3, 2023
How to Dissolve an LLC

How to Dissolve an LLC

How to Dissolve an LLC Learning how to dissolve an LLC correctly is essential for entrepreneurs wishing to close their businesses. But it’s also helpful for […]
July 27, 2023
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Small Business Grants: Where and How to Find Them

Small Business Grants: Where and How to Find Them Small business grants offer free money to help you when starting a business. There are many types […]
July 27, 2023
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How to Get a Small Business Loan (and If You Even Need One)

How to Get a Small Business Loan (and If You Even Need One) Rob, the small but busy construction business owner renovating my old townhouse, made […]
July 27, 2023
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6 Best Invoicing Software for Small Businesses

6 Best Invoicing Software for Small Businesses Did you know that invoicing software can do much more than create and send invoices?  Some invoicing software enables […]
January 15, 2023

How to Choose a Name for Your LLC

How to Choose a Name for Your LLC Starting an LLC is one thing; choosing a distinctive, memorable LLC name that tells people what you do […]
December 11, 2022

Do I Need a New EIN Changing from Sole Proprietor to LLC?

Do I Need a New EIN Changing from Sole Proprietor to LLC? Many sole proprietors (including me) upgrade to an LLC to profit from the many […]
December 4, 2022

Top Reasons Most Entrepreneurs Start a Business

Top Reasons Most Entrepreneurs Start a Business You may be wondering why entrepreneurs go into business on their own, thinking they have a unique need to […]
November 29, 2022

Illinois LLC Annual Report Requirement (and Filing)

Illinois LLC Annual Report Requirements (and Filing) Forming a limited liability company (LLC) in Illinois provides many benefits. For example, operating through an LLC protects you, […]
November 29, 2022

Filing LLC Articles of Organization in Illinois

Filing LLC Articles of Organization in Illinois Starting a limited liability company (LLC) in Illinois requires preparation of various documents. You must file some documents with […]
November 29, 2022

How to File a DBA in Illinois

How to File a DBA in Illinois When you start your own business, you need to give it a name. This is true whether you will […]
November 29, 2022

How Much Does an LLC Cost in Illinois

How Much Does an LLC Cost in Illinois Establishing a limited liability company (LLC) in Illinois can be difficult and expensive. The good news is that […]
November 29, 2022

Appointing an Illinois Registered Agent for Your LLC

Appointing an Illinois Registered Agent for Your LLC Most business entities formed or registered in Illinois, such as a corporation or limited liability company (LLC), must […]
November 22, 2022

Filing LLC Articles of Organization in Delaware

Filing LLC Articles of Organization in Delaware Delaware LLC formation is a multi-step process. One of the key steps is filing a Certificate of Formation, as […]
November 22, 2022

Appointing a Delaware Registered Agent for Your LLC

Appointing a Delaware Registered Agent for Your LLC When you opt for a Delaware LLC formation, it’s a mandatory requirement to have a registered agent. You’ll appoint […]
November 22, 2022

How to Get a Small Business License in Delaware

How to Get a Small Business License in Delaware You’ve created your Delaware LLC formation (or any other business entity for that matter), congrats! Your business […]
November 22, 2022

How to File a DBA in Delaware

How to File a DBA in Delaware A trade name, as Delaware DBAs are termed, allows your business to operate under a name other than its […]
November 22, 2022

How Much Does an LLC Cost in Delaware

How Much Does an LLC Cost in Delaware Starting a limited liability company in Delaware comes with substantial costs, and you’ll likely end up paying several […]
November 2, 2022

Is Now a Good Time to Start a Business? Experts say Yes

Is Now a Good Time to Start a Business? A missed business opportunity can be an expensive mistake, and even though global unrest and financial uncertainty […]
November 2, 2022

Does a Sole Proprietorship Need an EIN? 

Does a Sole Proprietorship Need an EIN? Some businesses, like corporations and limited liability companies, need an Employer Identification Number to file taxes. For others, an […]
October 26, 2022

Starting an LLC as a Non-US Citizen

Starting an LLC as a Non-US Citizen Whether you are a non-U.S. citizen or a non-resident, you can still start a business in the U.S.  The […]
October 23, 2022

Appointing a South Carolina Registered Agent for Your LLC

Appointing a South Carolina Registered Agent for Your LLC Many people have never even heard of a registered agent, but having one is an important part […]
October 23, 2022

How Much Does an LLC Cost in South Carolina

How Much Does an LLC Cost in South Carolina Many people believe that starting an LLC in SC is difficult and expensive. This is mostly a […]