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.
More From This Author
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How to Form a Corporation in Alaska
Once you've decided to incorporate your business in Alaska, you'll need to know how to file the paperwork, how much it costs, and more. Here are tips and information you'll need to get started.
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5 Things Business Owners Should Know About Trademarks
Inventing and protecting trademarks is key to starting your business—they define who you are and what you do. Keeping them safe is easier than you think.
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Why Do I Need a Business Plan if I'm Not Raising Money?
Even if you don't need to find investors, devoting time and effort to making a business plan will pay you back down the road.
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Which Business Structure Is Right for My Business?
The right business structure can protect you from liability, support your business goals, and save you money at tax time. But how do you choose? Here’s a quick guide to some of the most common business structures.
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Top 4 Reasons Why a Trademark Is Good for Business
Getting a trademark can save you the trouble of rebranding and give your business a helping hand in other ways.
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5 Things to Know Before You Franchise
A franchise puts you in the express lane to business ownership, setting you up with a business model, a system, and a recognized brand name.
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What Happens When You File a Claim Against a Probated Estate?
You may be able to collect the debt from someone who has passed away by making a claim against the person's estate.
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When Is the Right Time to Trademark Your Brand?
The best business strategy is to think about trademarks from the very beginning—ideally, when you're choosing your business name and logo and forming your business entity.
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