Startup Articles

The name of your company plays a big role in your success. But, for many small businesses, legal structure limits what a business can be called. To use a name that interests consumers, you might need to register a doing business as (DBA) name. What is a DBA name?

You might have considered incorporating your small business. Do you know how to form a C Corp? Forming a C Corp takes more time and money than other types of business structures. But, you are free from personal liability.

A sole proprietor is an individual who owns and operates their own business. Sole proprietors fill out fewer tax forms and pay less to start their businesses.

When you set up your business, you choose from several types of business structures. The structure you operate under affects your tax liabilities, so selecting the right one for your business is crucial. Forming an S Corp is one business entity option. Knowing how to form an S corporation helps you decide how you will […]

Running a small business takes passion, gumption, and determination. But, becoming a small business owner isn’t a fast track to getting rich. So, how much do small business owners make?

Choosing a business structure is a big deal. The way you structure your business affects how much you pay in taxes, your personal liability for business losses, how you pay yourself from your business, and more. Sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations (S Corp and C Corp), and LLCs (single-member and multi-member LLCs) are business structure types.

Sixty-eight percent of businesses have separate bank accounts for personal and business finances. Separating accounts helps companies organize accounting records, avoid overspending, and accurately file taxes. You may decide to open a general business checking or savings account, payroll account, or business tax account. Regardless of the type, you need to know how to open […]