When starting a business, protecting intellectual property (IP) is essential to ensuring success. IP includes logos, inventions, trade secrets, and more. Taking steps to secure these assets early can help prevent competitors from stealing ideas or using proprietary...
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Business Formation
Should you form an LLC?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in August 2023, 466,163 businesses filed applications in Texas. The state has a lot to offer new companies, which accounts for the many applications. When you decide to take that step and open your business, before filing an...
Common blind spots in business contracts that spell trouble
Building a business is an exciting adventure. Doing so is often the realization of a long-held dream. Even better, the sky is the limit for potential profit. Problems often arise if a company does not start with a solid foundation. Contracts help set the stage for...
What permits does your online business need?
You have everything ready to get your online business up and running. You created a product or service, designed a fantastic website and have excellent social media marketing skills. You are ready to start making money from home. Or are you? Before you begin, there...
3 key steps to starting a business
There are many steps involved with getting a business up and running. If you are starting your business at the very beginning, this can feel like a daunting task, but you are among many business owners doing the same thing. According to the Small Business...
Choosing the right legal entity for your business
When forming a business, you face a wide variety of decisions. What market will you sell to, and are your products a right fit for them? What strategy will allow you to turn a profit? Is the timing right, or should you wait for a more opportune moment? Alongside these...