Jane Haskins, Esq.
Jane has written hundreds of articles aimed at educating the public about the legal system, especially the legal aspects of starting and running a small business. She has more than 20 years of experience as a practicing attorney, focusing on helping small business owners with startup and contract issues. View her work on LinkedIn.
More From This Author
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Advantages of an LLC
Here are six of the reasons that limited liability companies have become a popular choice for small businesses.
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Can an LLC File a DBA and Still Do Business Under the LLC Name?
In most states, if an LLC does business under any name other than its official LLC name, it must register a fictitious business name, or DBA. Find out more about LLC names and DBAs.
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How to Place Property in an LLC
Whether you own rental property or are setting up a new business, you may want to transfer some of your personal assets to an LLC to pull out equity for liability protection.
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Common Limited Liability Company or LLC FAQs
A limited liability company, or LLC, is a type of business structure that offers the liability protection of a corporation with more flexibility in the way the business is managed and taxed. Because of this legal and tax flexibility, LLCs are a popular choice for small businesses.
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How to Protect Your Business Name
Your business’s name is one of its most important assets. But your business can suffer if someone else starts using a similar name. Here are some steps you can take to safeguard your name.
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Recordkeeping for LLCs—What Do You Need to Save?
If you're operating an LLC, legal recordkeeping requirements vary from one state to another. Find out about the nine types of records every LLC should keep, no matter where it's located.
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How Do I Choose a Trademark Class?
Choosing a trademark class can be the most difficult and confusing part of filling out a trademark application. Here are some tips to help you understand trademark classes and pick the correct one.
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How to Fill Out a W-9 for a Nonprofit Corporation
Even though your nonprofit has tax-exempt status, you may need to fill out a W-9 when working with other businesses.
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How to Form a North Dakota Corporation
Find out how to form a corporation in North Dakota with the details you need on registration, forms and fees, naming requirements and more.
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How to Size Up the Competition
Every business has both direct and indirect competitors—knowing who they are and what they're up to give you a real competitive advantage. Size them up today.
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