5 Common but Deadly Small Business Legal Mistakes
Thousands of small businesses open in the United States each year, but the number that survive and thrive for decades are in the minority. Many of these small businesses fail because small business owners make deadly legal mistakes, particularly in the early days—before and after they open their doors to customers. Don’t be among the […]
10-Point Checklist to Start Your Business the Right Way
Starting a business is an exciting time of your life, and just like any other part of your life, you need to take the right steps or you’ll be far more likely to fail. Or worse, you could find yourself in a heap of legal trouble that could have been avoided if you’d taken the […]
11 Questions to Ask Before You Start a Business
Are you ready to start a business? Before you dive (or dive again if this isn’t your first rodeo) into the entrepreneurial world, make sure you’re prepared for the realities of business ownership. There are many things to consider when you’re trying to decide if you should become a business owner. Here are just a couple […]
How to Ensure Your Family Business is a Gift, Not a Burden to Your Loved Ones
Your family business can be a wonderful gift to your loved ones if and when something happens to you, or it can be a massive burden to them. The difference is all in your planning. If you plan for what happens to your business if something happens to you and set things up properly so […]
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your Business
You’ve built your business into a success, but now, it’s time to make a change. Selling your business isn’t easy. There are emotional, legal, financial, tax, and insurance obstacles that you need to successfully navigate or you could lose a lot of money! It’s important to have a complete exit strategy in place, but unfortunately, […]