Starting a Business

Set your business on the right path. Get help understanding your options and how you can set yourself up for continued success.

LLC or LP: What's best for your business?
Understanding the relative benefits and limitations of an LLC and an LP is important when determining which type of entity would be best suited for your company.
March 21, 2024 · 4 min read
Can I name my wife or husband as LLC registered agent?
To form a limited liability company, you’ll need to choose someone to act as your registered agent. Can you choose your wife or husband? Legally, the answer is often yes, but your spouse may not be the best choice. Find out why.
March 21, 2024 · 4 min read
Forming an LLC: The basics
Forming an LLC requires several steps. Find out what you need to do to get your LLC off to a good start.
March 21, 2024 · 3 min read
How do you name your new LLC business?
It’s worth the extra effort you’ll need to put into finding a name that’s a good fit for your new start-up. The right name will do more than just serve as a way to identify your company; it will also provide you with the base from which to build your brand and reputation.
March 18, 2024 · 5 min read
Could you turn your business into a nonprofit?
Thinking about converting your for-profit business into a nonprofit? Find out why you might want to make such a change, and how to go about it.
March 15, 2024 · 4 min read
Are you self-employed or do you have a business?
While the terms self-employed and business owner seem interchangeable, there are differences and you can determine which one you are by learning the unique characteristics and limitations of each.
March 14, 2024 · 3 min read
Why women are leading the U.S. small business boom, according to LegalZoom's 2022 survey
The "LegalZoom: Women and the Boss Era Survey" looks at the changing dynamic for women and business and reveals that the current small business boom is being led by women.
February 26, 2024 · 4 min read
10 tips for starting a nonprofit business
If you want to start a nonprofit, you'll need to research and fine-tune your idea, get feedback from the right sources, and take concrete steps to start your charity on a solid foundation.
February 23, 2024 · 4 min read
Top 6 legal documents for startups
The biggest risk of failure for your startup happens right at the start—not setting up a viable legal foundation. Here's how to get those legal ducks in a row.
February 23, 2024 · 4 min read
How to use social media for marketing your small business
Using social media marketing can be very effective for small businesses. Here's a guide on how to get started.
February 23, 2024 · 6 min read