15th February 2007
Protecting your logo and so on with a trademark is a smart move. Ah, but what about protecting it in the United States AND internationally?
Filling for a trademark is a smart move for practically any business. Although the process can be lengthy, the f...
15th February 2007
A trademark is a distinctive image, word or other thing that associates with a product or service. So, can you trademark your business name?
Most people think trademarks are logo oriented. In some ways, this is true. The Nike Swoosh is clearly a logo t...
15th February 2007
When coming up with a logo or mark, there are plenty of options. Sometimes, people make a choice that cannot be trademarked and this leads to problems.
When you start a business, you probably have visions of huge success. At the same time, it can be d...
15th February 2007
Most people form and use business entities for one primary purpose – to protect themselves from personal liability for the debts of the business. This protection, however, can be lost.
A corporation or LLC provides protection from personal liability...
15th February 2007
If you form a corporation for a business, it can become very confusing when the issue of running the actual business arises. For instance, what is the difference between shareholders and directors?
The corporation is the oldest formal business entity w...
15th February 2007
Deciding to form a business entity is often a wise choice for most businesses. What seems simple can quickly become confusing given all the legal jargon.
If you want to incorporate, you have a couple of different choices regarding how to go about the ...
09th February 2007
More than a few people prefer to form corporations to protect their businesses, but look for a more favorable tax situation. The answer, of course, is the S-corporation.
For a long time, corporations were the dominant business entity available to mos...
09th February 2007
Limited liability companies are the popular new choice for business start-ups. The “LLC” has only been in existence for roughly 26 years and there are some definite pros and cons.
A limited liability company is a creature of state law. Prior to th...
06th February 2007
If ever there was a misunderstood business entity, it is the close corporation. Most people have heard of them, but have no idea what they are. Well, the answer is pretty simple.
First off, a close corporation is not a business that has been shut down...
06th February 2007
When forming a business, it is often difficult to come up with a name. Many people just use their personal name, but a fictitious business name filing provides other opportunities.
When naming your business, it is often smart to assign your own name t...
06th February 2007
Many people starting a business have little knowledge or interest in business entities and thus become sole proprietors. There are pros and cons to this approach.
A sole proprietorship is a default business form. If you start your own business and do ...
01st February 2007
If you are considering going into business for yourself, it makes absolute sense to be as prepared as possible. Here is a checklist of things you need to consider.
1. Living Funds – Unless you are one of the very lucky few, your business will not be...
01st February 2007
Starting a business is a scary and exciting time. It takes a leap of faith, but also offers up the hope of successfully doing something you love. Still, there are things to be wary of.
When taking the leap of faith on a business, people will often look...
01st February 2007
If you are contemplating forming an entity for your business, there is a lot of information to consider. Here are some of the more esoteric things you will not see discussed in most how to guides.
The Next Google – Ambition and hope are the two attr...
01st February 2007
The corporation is the most used form of business entity in the United States. While many people form the entity, most don’t understand the corporate minute requirements.
A corporation is a stand alone business entity. It is favored as a business fo...
