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Best Small Business Insurance
Find the best business insurance for your company. Just like your personal insurance, small business insurance is something that you hope you will not ever have to actually use, but it can save your business if a problem occurs. According to Next Insurance, 44% of small business owners have never purchased business insurance. That is a scary number...
Dangerous Pets, Risky Behavior, and Your Rental Property
Most landlords understand the most common tenant problems; from tenants who paint the walls terrible colors to those with noise problems and even those who skip out on the rent, every landlord has a horror story. The worst issues of all, though, are those that cause legal liabilities or catastrophic damage to your home or property. In some cases, la...
7 Key Estate Planning Steps to Follow When You Have Kids
As a new or soon-to-be parent, you begin to realize that there is very little you would not do to protect your beloved children. Babyproofing your home and finding the perfect car seat are important steps, of course, but have you created a contingency plan to ensure your child continues to receive amazing care once you are no longer around? Do you k...
The "Second Look" Test
According to a survey published by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), “the millennial generation might become synonymous with selfies, social media, and prenups.” The emphasis on prenuptial agreements (prenups) is likely because millennials are getting married at later ages than couples in previous years. They have already accumulat...
How to Set Up a Living Trust
A living trust, also called a revocable living trust or simply a revocable trust, is a common estate planning tool. When you create a living trust and transfer assets into it, those assets avoid probate court when you die. A living trust can also make it easier for your loved ones to manage your estate in the event you become incapacitated during yo...
How to Handle the Dissolution of an LLC
Although a dissolution of an entity, or closing it down in simple terms, is never something that people plan on doing when they open up a business, it does not mean that it does not happen. Also, it does not have to mean that the business is closing. In fact, a dissolution of an entity could simply be the result of wanting to change how the company...
Understanding the Probate Process
Probate can sound like a terrifying word and an even more terrifying process. However, it does not have to be. You can easily navigate the process when you understand the ins and outs of it. In fact, the probate process can consist of as little as four steps, so there is no need to overcomplicate it in your mind. What Is Probate? Probate is a common...
What Does It Mean to be an Entrepreneur?
Say the name Walt Disney and almost everyone today will recognize it. On July 17, 1955, his dream of owning his own amusement park came true when Disneyland in Anaheim opened its doors for business. During his lifetime, Disney won 22 Academy Awards for his animated films. Currently, his production company has won 32 Oscars and been nominated for 59....
What to Look For in a Business Loan
If you are a business owner, or planning on starting a new business, then at some time during the life of your business you will likely need a loan. Whether the funds are needed to pay for your startup costs, to finance an expansion of your business, invest in inventory, buy new equipment, or for any other reason, there are many options for you. Vie...
Everything Entrepreneurs Need to Know about Non-Disclosure Agreements
Do you think you need a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to protect your business ideas? Do you or a business partner want one in place before you team up? You may find that not everyone is excited about or willing to sign an NDA. To understand why, you need to understand how NDAs work along with what happens if someone violates an NDA. What Is a Non-...