Startup Articles

Are you thinking of starting a business in The Lone Star State? One of the first steps you have to take is choosing your business structure. You might structure your business as a limited liability company (LLC) for liability protection and pass-through taxation. But getting your LLC up and running takes time, effort, and a […]

Ah, location, location, location. Choosing where to open up shop is one of the first and most important decisions you’ll make when starting a business. But, location isn’t just about picking a building on a popular street corner. It’s also about selecting a state to do business in—the best state to start a business.

Maybe you started out running your business from your home or garage. Or, maybe you’re getting ready to launch a new business. Whatever the case may be, there might come a time when you need to rent an office, retail space, or warehouse. And if you do, you need to know the ins and outs […]

If you’re thinking about starting a business, you’ve probably seen the business startup checklists online and already know them like the back of your hand. Make a plan. Choose a business structure. Secure funding. Register your business name. But what about the tangible things you need to start a business, like a storefront or startup […]

Thinking about starting a business but worried about how busy you’ll be? Or, have you already started a business and are wondering how many hours you should be clocking in? Either way, knowing how much other business owners work may be helpful. So, how many hours do business owners work?

Have you ever thought about giving back to the community? A nonprofit organization is a perfect way to do that. Nonprofit organizations further a social cause or provide a public benefit, like a hospital or a public school. There are several different types of nonprofit organizations to choose from. But before giving back to the […]