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Business Contracts Learn More

Contracts 101: Make a Legally Valid Contract
For most contracts, legalese is not essential or helpful. Find out how to express your agreement in simple, everyday English.

Sample Amendment to Contract
Use this Sample Amendment if you are modifying an existing agreement.

Consultants & Contractors Learn More

Minimum Requirements for Working as an Independent Contractor
Make sure you comply with these rules before you start work as an IC or freelancer.

Paying Estimated Taxes
Find out the rules about paying estimated taxes as an IC or freelancer.

eCommerce Learn More

Website Law
Articles and information on common website legal issues that every website developer needs to know.

Licensing Content
Articles on the procedures and rules about content licensing so you can avoid licensing related problems.

Buying or Selling a Business Learn More

Buying a Business: What You Need to Know
Things you'll want to consider before you buy a business.

Selling Your Business: Eight Steps
Practical steps to take to make sure things go smoothly when you sell your business.

Business Litigation Learn More

Small Claims Court and Business Disputes
Find out how to resolve business disputes in small claims court without a lawyer.

Business Lawyers: Do You Need One?
Learn when you might need a lawyer to help you with a business issue.

More Business Topics Learn more

Business Plans & Financing
Articles and more on business financing options, including loans versus equity investments and raising money from family and friends.

Accounting & Bookkeeping
Know the basics about bookkeeping and accounting, including the difference between cash versus accrual accounting, various record keeping systems, and accounting terms every business owner should know.

Sales & Marketing
Find customers with marketing strategies tailored for small business budgets.

Cash Flow Problems & Bankruptcy
Minimize your losses and understand your options -- from strategies for keeping costs down to figuring out whether bankruptcy might be the right choice for your business.

Going Out of Business
Closing down a business can take more work than setting up a business--if it's done properly--and you'll want to do it properly to end all personal liability for your business.

Business Formation: LLCs & Corporations
LLCs,corporations, sole proprietorships, partnerships. Everything you need to make the best choice for your business.

Name, Location & Licenses
Don't open your doors for business until you have thought through these important issues and know what you need to operate legally.

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State and Federal Small Business Resources
Links to federal and state small business resources, including Secretary of State offices, state tax agencies, and license and permit information.

Legal Updates on Business Law
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Nolo's Small Business Legal Blog
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