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Sole proprietor, partnership, LLC, or corporation. Information to help you choose the best business form for your business venture.
All the information you need on LLCs, including how to form an LLC in your state, how LLCs compare to other business entities, and how to properly run your LLC.
Learn how to register your business name and don't open your doors for business until you have the proper licenses and permits.
Articles on the important legal and financial considerations involved in opening different types of businesses--from a restaurant to consulting to a child care business.
Find out all you need to know about conducting business online, from advertising to licensing content to selling products and paying taxes.
Information you need for your business to grow and thrive--from taxes, insurance, and contracts through financing, marketing, and websites.
Learn about taxes, the IRS, and deductions, and how to avoid problems with the IRS.
Lots of helpful information on preserving independent contractor status, paying taxes, entering into contracts, and complying with legal and IRS tax requirements.
There's a lot of work you need to do to get ready to buy or sell a business. Learn how to get the most out of any transaction you enter into.
Learn about contracts, including enforceability, boilerplate provisions, and common contract mistakes.
Find out what options you have for resolving a dispute with or without an attorney. Also, learn how to avoid legal complications in the first place.
Learn how to create a break-even analysis before you do a business plan.
Before you try to borrow money for your business, make sure you understand the basics about a business loan.
Before you pick an accounting method for your business, learn the difference between the two principle methods -- cash and accrual -- so you choose the one that is best for your business.
Proper bookkeeping and accounting is essential for a successful business. Make sure you understand the basics.
Every business should know how to identify its target market or niche.
Learn how to tackle primary market research easily and inexpensively.
Learn how to get more cash out of your business.
Some cash-saving ideas for your business that you won't want to overlook.
Closing a business can be more complicated than starting one. Don't neglect these important steps.
Notifying creditors you're going out of business can protect you from later liability.
Learn how to identify, classify, and sell your own assets -- or get someone to help.
The worst thing you can do is not to pay your payroll taxes when you go out of business.
Resources & More from Nolo
A complete list of all Nolo's small business books, forms, and online applications.
Links to federal and state small business resources, including Secretary of State offices, state tax agencies, and license and permit information.
Get helpful tips and insights on tax, law and financial issues affecting small business owners.
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