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.

How to start a business with no money
Digital tools are making starting a business more affordable than ever.
January 31, 2024 · 4 min read
What you should know about zoning laws
If you plan to operate your business out of your house, it's a good idea to know how your local zoning laws apply to you.
January 31, 2024 · 3 min read
What is a certificate of good standing?
You don't always need to have a certificate of good standing, but this document helps to establish your company as a legitimate venture and legally authorized to conduct business.
January 31, 2024 · 3 min read
How to start a micro-business
Whether to supplement income from a day job, pay down debt, or build wealth, adults are starting micro-businesses in large numbers, and micro-businesses are fairly easy to establish with a small monetary investment.
January 29, 2024 · 4 min read
13 simple steps to start a business
Work through this checklist and you'll have a solid foundation for building your business.
January 26, 2024 · 4 min read
Smart business ideas for a stressed-out world
The time has never been better to start a business that will help people cope with the stress in their lives. Here are a few ideas to get your wheels turning.
January 17, 2024 · 3 min read
How to start an online business in 8 steps
Starting an online business requires the same diligence as starting a brick-and-mortar business, plus some unique steps.
January 9, 2024 · 6 min read
How to start a business
Start your new business on the right foot by following these helpful steps.
January 9, 2024 · 3 min read
Businesses to start during a recession
Do recession-proof businesses exist? What types of businesses you start during a recession? Experts suggest these five start-up ideas are well-suited for periods of economic downturn because of consumer demand.
January 8, 2024 · 10 min read
What is an S corp and is it right for me?
Find out how S corp status can eliminate corporate double taxation or minimize LLC self-employment taxes.
January 3, 2024 · 4 min read