Doing Business As: When and How to File a DBA
A DBA allows you to do business under a different name than your legal one. Some business entities require one, and many businesses can benefit from one.
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Employer Identification Number (EIN): A Quick Guide for Small-Business Owners
An EIN, also called a federal identification number, is a unique business tax ID number that you can get online in just a few minutes.
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What Is a General Partnership? Pros, Cons & How to Form
A general partnership, while inexpensive to set up, potentially saddles the partners with big personal liability.
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What Is a Sole Proprietorship and Is It Right for You?
A sole proprietorship is quicker and easier to start than other business entities. Plus it gives you full control over your business. But you also take on full liability risk with no protection of your personal belongings.
What Is an LLC? Pros and Cons of a Limited Liability Company
A limited liability company (LLC) separates a company from its owners. This protects the owners’ personal assets if the business loses money or gets sued.
Business Structure: How to Choose the Right One
Choosing a business structure depends on your tolerance for risking your personal assets among other factors.
