One of the most common questions I get asked is what whether a small business should become an S Corporation. Choosing the right type of structure and tax designation for your small business is a vital step that should take...
I get asked ALL the time how and why you should file for copyright registration. Filing for registration is an important step in protecting your work from copyright infringement and is necessary if you ever need to enforce your ownership....
Here’s an overview of what is discussed in this article: What is the FTC and what do they regulate? What kinds of disclosures do I have to make and when do I have to to make them? How and where...
Here’s an overview of what is discussed in this article: What exactly does it mean when something is copyrighted? What can I do as a business owner to protect my work? What does this mean to me as a photography...
Here’s an overview of what is discussed in this article: General Overview of the CCPA Summary of the CCPA What it means to you as a business owner What it means to you as a consumer Remember back in history...
I've heard this time and time again from people. You've started a new business and have gotten caught in the Google rabbit hole. Hours of searching (or a couple minutes) has your head spinning. Your eyes feel like sandpaper after...
Here is what you need to do and be aware of so you are fully compliant with federal and state regulations. First steps: Ensure your business name is registered with the state, or you are registered as an LLC Make...
I know, it’s THAT time of the year again… tax season. Many of you have hired independent contractors over the course of last year, and if that’s the case, then you need to ensure you file 1099-NEC forms with the...
Imagine this: You wake up in the morning and do your daily morning Instagram scroll. You see pictures of your friends with their kids, your cousin’s trip to Paris, and your very own photograph on someone else’s account?! As a...
Are you operating your business under a different name than your registered LLC name?! Or, are you operating your Sole Proprietorship under a different name than your legal personal name?! If you are, and you haven’t filed a DBA application...
Founder and attorney at The Legal Paige, Paige is a certified Juris Doctor who helps entreprenuers become legally compliant online. Law aside, she's really just a small town Montana momma who loves her family, the lake, and a good glass of red wine.
