Sarah Jones
Sarah is an experienced writer covering topics related to personal finance, real estate, estate planning, and more. In her spare time, she can be found hiking the mountains of Northern New Mexico with her dog or playing video games.
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How to File a DBA in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
To file a DBA in Texas, register your alternate business name, or trade name, with the Secretary of State. Here’s everything you need to know.
· 10 min read
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How to Get a Small Business Loan in 9 Steps
The key to getting an SBA loan lies in making sure your business meets the eligibility requirements. Learn how to get a small business loan in 9 easy steps.
· 11 min read
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How to Start a Nonprofit LLC for Social Entrepreneurs
Nonprofit LLCs are designed to help nonprofit founders reduce their liability risk in a more versatile way than nonprofit corporations.
· 10 min read
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Wills and Trusts: Definitions, Differences, and Essential Estate Planning Terms
You’ll encounter unfamiliar terms when building your estate plan. But once you know what they mean, you’ll be able to build your estate plan with confidence.
· 12 min read
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How to Save on Your Taxes Each Year
Everyone likes the idea of paying less in taxes. Thankfully, there are proven ways to reduce your tax burden without running afoul of the law.
· 5 min read
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File a DBA in South Carolina
South Carolina doesn’t require a company to register a secondary business name, but using one could be a good idea.
· 4 min read
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Customer Word of Mouth, Both Good and Bad
Word-of-mouth referrals come from satisfied customers and can grow your brand’s visibility and reputation rapidly by leveraging your customers’ network and connections.
· 6 min read
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Grandparents' Rights: What You Need to Know About Visitation and Custody
Grandparents have some rights to seek visitation or custody of their grandchildren. These rights vary by state and come down to the best interest of the child.
· 10 min read
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Customizing a Job Application Template: Guide and Legal Tips
Job application templates give you the framework to collect relevant information from applicants, but you can and should customize them.
· 11 min read
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How to Get a Small Business Loan: An Interview with United Capital Source CEO Jared Weitz
The small business lending landscape is changing. Learn how those changes may impact your application and what to do to increase chances of approval.
· 12 min read