The Launch Blog: Expert Advice from the CorpNet Team
How to Start a Consulting Business
If you have a high level of proficiency, expertise, and experience in a field, you may have thought about how to start a consulting business. Starting a consulting business can be a wonderful career option for individuals who want to leverage their knowledge and skills while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of self-employment. Even if you don't presently have experience doing the type of work you're interested in, you may be able to achieve your dream with hard work, education, training, and attention to complying with the professional and legal requirements. In today's post, [...]
Business Name Change: How to Legally Update by Business Entity Type
Despite your best efforts to choose the perfect name for your company, there may come a time when that name no longer is the best fit. Perhaps the business name no longer accurately reflects your brand or there are legal considerations at play. Regardless of the reasons to make a business name change, it’s a process that many entrepreneurs find confusing. The steps involved can vary depending on the business entity type and state of registration. You may not expect ever to have to change your company name but knowing what to expect will [...]
Understanding the Various Types of Nonprofits
What is a Nonprofit? A nonprofit organization is created to fulfill a charitable, civic, religious, scientific, literary, or educational goal. Nonprofits do not have private owners, nor do they issue stock or pay dividends to shareholders. Aside from founders or staff being compensated a fair wage for their work in a nonprofit, the organization may not benefit individual stakeholders financially. There are 35 types of nonprofits recognized by the United States federal tax code. Some nonprofits are either fully or partially tax-exempt, meaning they do not have to pay certain taxes. Also, some types [...]
What Is a Fictitious Name?
What Is a fictitious name? A fictitious name is a name other than your proper legal business entity name that you formally get permission from the state (or county) to use when conducting business. You may also see a fictitious business name referred to as: Doing Business As (DBA) Assumed name Trade name Throughout this post, I will use the terms “fictitious name” and “DBA” interchangeably. At CorpNet, we help business owners throughout the United States file DBAs. Fictitious names can benefit businesses of all types—from sole proprietorships to LLCs to corporations. At CorpNet, [...]
What Is a Letter of Good Standing?
Professionals like you, who help entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of starting and growing their businesses, will likely encounter clients asking about a "Letter of Good Standing." Let's take a moment to talk about what a Letter of Good Standing is and why maintaining a status of good standing is so important. What Does a Letter of Good Standing Mean? A Letter of Good Standing refers to a certificate issued by a state's Secretary of State office (or comparable agency). It verifies that a registered business (e.g., an LLC or corporation) has complied with all [...]
Advising Clients About Business Structures
With all the decisions your clients are expected to make when starting a business, which legal structure to choose might not get as much consideration as it should. Most business owners choose to form a sole proprietorship in the beginning, since it’s less paperwork and less costly; many switch entities as their business grows to benefit from the protections provided by a Limited Liability Company (LLC) or C Corporation. But an LLC or C Corp can also choose to elect S Corp status. If your clients come to you with questions about this option, [...]
How to Legally Start an eCommerce Business
If you have been considering starting an eCommerce business, you’re exploring an industry with a promising outlook. According to Statista, the number of online shoppers in the United States is expected to reach 230.5 million in 2021.1 However, like starting any business successfully, discovering how to start an eCommerce business requires research, planning, and hard work. Wondering where to begin when starting an eCommerce business? CorpNet is here to help! Let's explore some of the primary considerations you'll need to think about and then walk through the general legal steps for how to start [...]
What Is a DBA and Does Your Business Need One?
In the course of running your business, you’ve probably encountered more legal fine print and formalities than you ever thought possible. In this post, we’ll break down the Doing Business As (DBA) to see if your business needs one.
Starting a Business in Nevada
You have a phenomenal business idea, you’ve done some homework to verify your idea is viable, and now you’re ready to take the necessary steps to make your dream of starting a business in Nevada come true. Starting a business in Nevada offers the opportunity to take charge of your own professional destiny in a state known for entrepreneurial innovation and success. Benefits of Starting a Business in Nevada According to the U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy's 2018 Small Business Profile for Nevada, the state is home to over 250,000 small businesses, [...]
How to Start a Virtual Bookkeeping Business
Wondering how to start a virtual bookkeeping business? This article shares what aspiring self-employed bookkeepers need to think about.
How to Start a Small Business in Texas in 10 Steps
If you've been exploring how to start a small business in Texas, this article is for you. Learn 10 steps to launch a business in the Lone Star state.
Webinars About How to Choose the Right Business Entity
Wondering how to choose the right business entity? Consider watching these webinars to learn about the pros and cons of various business structures.
How to Start a Business in the United States Without Living in the United States
This post will cover a detailed outline and step by step guide as to How to Start a Business in the United States Without Living in the United States.
A Guide for Starting a Business in Wyoming
Wondering how to start a business in Wyoming? Get all the tips and guidance you’ll need to tackle to start and launch a business in the “Cowboy State".
Your Guide to Starting a Business in Delaware
Thinking about starting a business in Delaware and wondering what you need to do? This 17-step guide will give you valuable insight.