Imke Ratschko You may have signed a contract for your small business that you really shouldn’t have. Or you are being asked to perform under an agreement and think that such demand is not what you agreed to or just grossly unfair. So you ask yourself, “can I get out of that contract?” What does your Contract … Read More
Subscription agreement automatic renewal clauses seem to be all the rage because it ties your customer to your business and your services or goods. Raise your hand if you have no more overview of who and what charges you automatically on a monthly basis. Businesses have the chance for repeat income without much more input … Read More
When you are a one-person business, i.e. you are to be the only owner of your business, the question invariably arises: Should I remain a sole proprietorship or form a single-member LLC? You are a sole proprietorship, as soon as you begin doing business. There is no filing, no certificate, not even an EIN is … Read More
An online business is no different from any other business when it comes to licenses and permits. Depending on the type of business you conduct, online or offline, you may need certain permits and licenses from three different authorities: the Federal Government, your State Government or your local authorities. Federal Permits and Licenses Federal Government … Read More
Nothing beats a Stock Certificate when you have to prove your ownership in a business corporation.
Filing a certificate of incorporation in New York is the beginning point of a corporation, see Section 402 Business Corporation Law. Unfortunately, this is where it often ends for many small business owners. Too many small business owners neglect the additional paperwork that is needed to keep the corporate house in order and keep the … Read More
What kind of legal Mistakes should you avoid in Business Agreements? I’ve seen my share of dumb legal mistakes made by any type of business owner. New and experienced business owners alike remind yourself every once in a while of these common dumb legal mistakes when dealing with business agreements. Legal Mistake 1: Not Getting … Read More
