Trademark Symbols
People always ask when, why and how they can use different trademark symbols. In this post, we’ll review the different trademark symbols and their use. First, as soon as one uses a name or logo, common law trademark rights kick in, and “TM” for goods or “SM” in the event of services can be used […]
Where to Get Money to Start A Business
So many people want to start a business, but are afraid of how much it might cost. Make no mistake, you can’t start a business without any money. That being said, there are some businesses that can be started with very little money and in this video, I talk about typical sources of where people […]
How to Get Out of a Business Partnership
Just as I get a lot of questions about setting up a business partnership, I always get a ton of questions about getting OUT of a business partnership. Unless business owners have done the right work on the front end, such as setting up a proper Operating Agreement and Buy Sell Agreement, partners may find […]
How to Set Up A Partnership
I get questions about forming a partnership all the time. Even if the legal structure is a Limited Liability Company (LLC), the members will create an Operating Agreement, which is the agreement among the members as to how they will run the business. This agreement is absolutely critical, and needs to have a number of […]
Should I Trademark My Business Name?
So many business owners wonder if they should trademark their business name or logo. It’s one of the most common questions I get. Particularly if you are looking to expand your business, license or franchise, getting the proper trademark protection in place is critical. What is involved, how do you submit an application, how long […]
Partner Up or Go Solo?
Bringing on a business partner or partners is a big decision. So many times I’ve seen business partnerships implode, threatening to destroy an entire business. The most critical thing when entering a partnership is proper planning. Here are some basic tips for what to include in a partnership agreement: 7 Things That Should Be In […]
Disaster Assistance for Small Businesses
Our hearts go out to all the folks in Texas affected by the recent Hurricane Harvey. We’re also keeping our fingers crossed and thoughts for all those that will likely be affected by Irma. If you are a business owner, a natural disaster can ruin your business in a second. What are some ways to […]
Should You Become a Certified Woman-Owned Business?
I often get questions on becoming a certified woman-owned business. Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) Certification is certification for women-owned businesses to be eligible for work on federal contracts. Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) Certification is for women-owned businesses to be eligible for and work on corporate opportunities that are also recognized by state and local […]
Has Your Help Gone Virtual?
Have you ever used a virtual assistant (VA)? If not, you may be missing out on an easy way to boost your productivity. A VA is an administrative assistant that works for you from a remote location. Often it’s former corporate employees that are very good at administrative tasks and project management and just want […]
With Gratitude
As I close my fourth year in my law practice, I want to give a huge Thank You to all of my clients, referral partners and staff for making 2016 a great year. I was fortunate to help some really amazing new and existing businesses this year and am confident I’ll be able to contribute […]