September 20, 2026
Why Your Dream Business Is a Bad First Business
A 20 year old with good credit and no savings recently asked an online forum how to start a business with no money. The businesses he named were a mini market, a gas station, and…
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September 20, 2026
The Capital Ladder: How Businesses Get Funded
Most people ask where to get money for a business. The more useful question is what you can do from where you are standing today. This post answers that one. A 20 year old recentl…
September 20, 2026
Can You Start a Business With No Money? Honest Answer
A 20 year old asked an online forum a question we hear almost every week. He had good credit, no savings, no steady job, and a real wish to own something. Can you start a business…
April 11, 2026
Trademark for Startup Founders | Surge Business Law
You have spent months picking the perfect name. You bought the domain. You designed the logo. You started building a customer base. Then one morning, an attorney's letter lands in…
March 20, 2026
Trademark Strategy for Austin Startups | Surge Business Law
Austin's startup scene moves fast. New companies launch every week, venture money flows in, and a brand that took months to build can become a liability overnight if someone else…
October 19, 2025
Stop Getting Lies in Market Research, Validate Ideas Right
I talk to small business owners and startup founders every week, and the single most common and heartbreaking story I hear goes like this: “I spent six months and $50,000 building…
May 2, 2025
7 AI prompts to Help You Start a Business This Summer
Starting a business isn't that hard. While our firm helps people form LLCs and corporations, many business ideas can get off the ground without legal effort. The easiest businesse…
March 14, 2025
Got Multiple Businesses? This is a Way to Shield your Assets!
Are your assets really protected? Even after getting business insurance and filing for an LLC with the state, business owners are often still exposed to risk of loss. Discover a w…
March 3, 2025
Is Your Iowa Business at Risk? How to File Your Biennial Report Before It’s Too Late
Filing your Iowa biennial report is crucial to keeping your business legally compliant. You can do it using our step-by-step video guide. Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/wa…
February 20, 2025
Is Your S-Corp Costing You? The Benefits of Switching to an LLC with the IRS
Running an S-Corporation could be costing you in ways you didn’t expect. In what ways, you ask? Let’s break this down in this blog. Watch this video to learn how understandi…
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January 6, 2025
Buying an Existing Business: Practical Legal Guide (2026)
Buying an existing business can be a fast way to become an owner. It can also be a fast way to inherit expensive problems if you skip the legal and financial checks. This guide gi…
January 2, 2025
Should You Use HELOC or SBA Loan?
Overwhelmed with how to finance your business especially when the choices are few? It can be hard to choose between a home equity line of credit loan (HELOC) or a small business a…
December 31, 2024
LLC or Corporation - how do I choose?
There are four common types of businesses in the USA: Sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company (LLC) and corporation (both C-Corps and S-Corps). What are the di…
November 9, 2024
Proven Networking Tips to Accelerate Your Business Growth
In today's competitive landscape, have you ever felt like a small fish in a huge ocean? You're not alone—many small business owners share this struggle, especially when networking…
November 6, 2024
Does Algebra Play a Role in Business Success?
Is algebra necessary in running a business? If you’ve ever wondered about that, the short answer is YES. Watch this video to learn how math plays a crucial role in running a…
October 31, 2024
What is a Registered Agent?
Because a registered agent helps your business run smoothly, it’s important for you to understand their role in your business. It’s a benefit to you. However, aside from a smooth-…
October 29, 2024
What to Include in Your LLC's Articles of Organization: How to File
Ready to launch your LLC? Here’s what you need to know first: File your LLC’s articles of organization. This is one of the most important steps in registering your LLC. Articles o…
October 17, 2024
Why Every LLC Needs a Business Operating Agreement
There is one document that could make or break your LLC’s future. Do you know what it is? If you're setting up an LLC, you've likely heard of an important document called a busine…
September 16, 2024
How Pricing for Profit Matters More Than a Competitive Bid
How do you avoid a loss when bidding for a project? Many service-based businesses, like contractors, often focus on competing for bids rather than pricing for profit. They believe…
September 12, 2024
The Value of Expert Advice When Starting a Business: Why You Need More Than Just an LLC
If you’re thinking about starting a new business, your emotions could start in excitement and end in you screaming and running for the hills. I’m talking about marketing, pricing,…
September 10, 2024
Why Being the Best in your Industry Could Still Lead to Business Closure
Can you be the best in your skills and still end up with a failed business? Yes. Skill alone doesn't translate to profit. While expertise in a craft—like fencing, painting or deck…
September 6, 2024
What could be better than DIY?
If you knew that running a profitable trade business could be streamlined using pre-built management and financial planning systems, would you use it? https://youtube.com/shorts/b…
September 3, 2024
Can You Launch a Business Successfully Without Breaking the Bank?
Ready to pursue a business? YOU CAN do it, even with limited to no money. Watch this video to learn how... https://youtu.be/aTE4Cip47_c What You Need to Start Starting…
August 31, 2024
How to Set a Price for a Product or Service
Tired of guessing what prices will work for your business? You cannot run your business through guesswork. You can’t even rely on bookkeeping tools to tell you what your exp…
August 29, 2024
Start Your Business the Right Way. How to Do Effective Planning and Financial Forecasting
Can you launch a business successfully without a business plan or financial forecast? It’s possible but your business will be at serious risk. Watch this video to learn why financ…
August 21, 2024
How to Confidently Set Higher Prices
How do you confidently set your business up for higher pricing? If you’re a business owner who often underbids their pricing to get the customer, watch this video. You’ll learn ho…
August 11, 2024
How to Save Money When Starting a Business
Starting a business is thrilling yet can be costly. However, there are ways to keep your expenses in check. This video will give you an idea of how you can save money to start a b…
July 28, 2024
Smart Spending: Maximizing Return on Investment for Your Business
How can you tell if a business expense is maximizing on Return on Investment (ROI)? This might involve evaluating your financial strategy, so buckle up. If you are a business owne…
July 26, 2024
Prioritize Your Pay: Advice for Business Owners
As a business owner, it's essential to understand the importance of paying yourself promptly. This video will explore why delaying payment to yourself could harm your finances and…
July 24, 2024
How to Pay Yourself: A Guide for Small Business Owners
"I can put it off." "One day I'll be making bank... but for now, I'll pinch pennies." "It won't be for long." If you've ever thought this way, you're in danger. Why? Business owne…
July 4, 2024
How to Start a Business Remotely and Save on Startup Expenses
Launching a business is exciting but comes with financial challenges. By strategically setting up your remote business, you can manage costs effectively just like what this video…
May 2, 2024
1099 Contractor or W2 Employee (webinar)
Many employers struggle when classifying their workers. 1099 contractors have advantages of simplicity for the business owner. However, state and federal lawmakers make this diffi…