Starting a Business
Set your business on the right path. Get help understanding your options and how you can set yourself up for continued success.
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LLC vs. Partnership
Organizing your small business as a limited liability company or as a partnership affects three key areas: taxation, operation, and owner liability.
· 5 min read
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How to Get an LLC and Start a Limited Liability Company
Considering an LLC for your business? The application process isn't complicated, but to apply for an LLC, you'll have to do some homework first.
· 13 min read
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Small Business Grants: 32+ Funding Opportunities for 2025
Regardless of your business, industry, or background, there are tons of grant opportunities out there—and we’ll show you exactly where to find them.
· 14 min read
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Do LLCs Have Stock?
While issuing stock isn’t an option for LLCs, this business structure offers other unique advantages for its members.
· 7 min read
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What Is the Difference Between S Corp and C Corp?
An S corp can use pass-through taxation, while C corporations pay taxes separately from their owners. Learn why this matters.
· 10 min read
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What are Articles of Incorporation and How Do They Differ From Other Formation Documents?
Articles of incorporation officially register your corporation with the state. This legally separates you from your business and protects your assets.
· 8 min read
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Limited Liability Company vs. Limited Liability Partnership: Key Distinctions for Your Business
Do you have the ability to start an LLC or an LLP? Discover the requirements, management structure, tax considerations, and more for each business entity.
· 11 min read
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Certificate of Incorporation: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to File One
Does your business need a certificate of incorporation? Is it the same as articles of incorporation? Learn everything you need to know about this document.
· 8 min read
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How to Distribute Stock Certificates to Investors
While most stock distributions are made electronically these days, many investors still enjoy getting a paper certificate as proof of ownership in a company.
· 5 min read
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How to Write Corporate Bylaws
Corporate bylaws provide a rule book for how to run your business. They should balance state requirements with the unique needs of your organization.
· 10 min read
