Business planning

Learn how to set up your business for success, including how different legal structures work, how to register your business, and how to pay yourself as a sole proprietor.

Understanding what Doing Business As (DBA) is for entrepreneurs who are in the process of starting a small business.

What is Doing Business As (DBA)?

A DBA is sometimes called your business’s assumed, trade, or its fictitious name. So, why the need for an alter ego or, in business speak, a DBA?

5 unexpected times to get a business loan

Most business owners will need capital at some point to either get operations off the ground, grow, or weather a tough time. Here are 5 of the most common reasons businesses use financing.

Do small businesses need insurance?

Insurance is a necessity for most small businesses, but figuring out how much—and what type of—small business insurance you need can be confusing.

The ultimate guide to paying yourself as a sole proprietor

How to pay yourself as a sole proprietor

Paying yourself for all of your hard work can be easy if you establish yourself as a sole proprietor. Learn how to do it here.

The ultimate guide to sole proprietorships

What is a sole proprietorship? Everything you need to know

When starting a business, small business owners often select a sole proprietorship as their business structure, as it's fairly simple and easy to start up.

How to register a small business

Registering your business can seem complicated, but with the right information it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This article covers what you need to do to get it done right.

The ultimate guide to getting a business license

How to get a business license: The ultimate guide

Figuring out how to get a business license on the local, state, and federal levels is necessary if you want to legally operate your business. We’re here to break down how many and which types of business licenses and permits you might need.

How to pay contractors: the ultimate guide

How to pay contractors: A guide for small businesses

Whether you’re already working with a contractor or just weighing your options, we'll help you better understand their role, how to hire an independent contractor, and how to pay them.

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