Jane Haskins, Esq.
Jane has written hundreds of articles aimed at educating the public about the legal system, especially the legal aspects of starting and running a small business. She has more than 20 years of experience as a practicing attorney, focusing on helping small business owners with startup and contract issues. View her work on LinkedIn.
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How to Fill Out a W-9 for a Nonprofit Corporation
Even though your nonprofit has tax-exempt status, you may need to fill out a W-9 when working with other businesses.
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How to Form a North Dakota Corporation
Find out how to form a corporation in North Dakota with the details you need on registration, forms and fees, naming requirements and more.
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Business Documents: What to Keep and What to Shred
Use this easy guide to help you decide
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How to Size Up the Competition
Every business has both direct and indirect competitors—knowing who they are and what they're up to give you a real competitive advantage. Size them up today.
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Good Standing: How to Avoid Penalties and Help Your Company Grow
Keeping your company in good standing with authorities is as important to its success as founding it in the first place.
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7 Questions to Ask Your Attorney Before Starting a Business
Meeting with a small business attorney is an important way to get your business off to a good start and minimize future risks. Here are questions to ask at your first meeting.
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How to Avoid a Tax Audit: 7 Tips for Small Business Owners
Find out what might trigger a small business tax audit and how you can reduce your risk.
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Starting a Business: What to Know
Creating a business from scratch is one of life's most exciting—and intimidating—adventures. Before you start, be sure you really know the lay of the land.
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What Is an Agent for Service of Process?
Corporations, LLCs and other business entities must have an agent for service of process. Find out what an agent does and why you need one.
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The Complete Guide to Create a Series LLC
A series LLC allows business owners to consolidate multiple business activities under one umbrella LLC, while keeping those activities separate for liability purposes. Find out how to create a series LLC and establish series under it.
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