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Is forming a limited liability company (LLC) necessary when purchasing a rental property? Watch this video to learn more. https://youtu.be/DQgBU6vjblk It is not mandatory, however…
Many property owners transfer their rental properties into a limited liability company (LLC) to protect their assets and as a management strategy. Watch the full video to know wha…
Planning for the future involves making important decisions, and one of the most significant is knowing when to get a will. https://youtu.be/r-OsCaPtJ9g Deciding when to get a wil…
Have you ever wondered if you can boldly compare your product to a competitor's in your advertising? https://youtu.be/_LQ5AIyqBJM?si=R9F_plU_OrDEIwOj The Federal Trade Commission…
When a company has multiple products, should they keep them all together under one roof or split them into different businesses? What is the better option? https://youtu.be/gTlFhn…
Ever wondered about the differences between letting others use your ideas, giving them partial control, or handing over complete ownership? Let's break down sub-licensing and assi…
If my business is dissolved, do I stop owing money right away? And what do I do first? https://www.youtube.com/shorts/JCA-3ZFzwkQ Many businesses cease operations for various reas…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IvK-F0oSbM Freedom of speech means different things to different people, but essentially, it's our fundamental right to express ourselves without…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=to_gi7rWdtA When it comes to starting a business, which requires more work—starting a nonprofit or forming a limited liability corporation? The ans…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taWu6_LTlbk Can a valid contract exist without money exchanging hands? Absolutely. A contract exists where there is a meeting of the minds be…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIiUSChXFl0 Can a company director be held liable if the business shuts down? The general answer is that there is no personal liability if the dire…
Can bad reviews and defamatory statements affect your business financially? https://youtu.be/ZJMauTLukm4 Bad reviews and derogatory statements against a business are forms of defa…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LLEBGf7M7A It's a nightmare for creators to see their original work used without permission, but it happens frequently. Protections are in place f…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzsorHW6AoE Is a succession plan necessary for business owners? Absolutely! If you're a business owner, having a succession plan in place is crucia…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFkLQ4S9tJ0 Is it crucial to resolve stakeholder conflicts swiftly in an organization? What does that entail? Stakeholder conflicts can cause disru…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AW4SvC2ZA7s&feature=youtu.be The desired outcome for any defamation claim against a small business is a retraction or compensation. But c…
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/OXeSHY6Ic10?si=Sbx3MvkZ3K7xKPQc Does sending a demand letter from an attorney work? Yes, it is one of the ways to formally request a specific…
Selling your business is exciting and scary. The dream of a big check captures many founders’ minds. Sadly, deals often fall through or are far more difficult than necessary. Matt…
A service animal is an unclear term in the U.S. because different parts of the law use different terms to describe animals that help their owners by providing either a necessary o…
In 2021, Iowa enacted a new type of corporation, the Benefit Corporation, via HF844, signed by Governor Reynolds June 8, 2021. This added subchapter 17 to chapter 490 of the Iowa…
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