Picking a business name is a crapshoot. You thought your company's name sounded dynamic, but it tells customers your brand is "meh." Perhaps the name causes you to be confused with other companies or ...

The paperwork and regulations associated with starting a small business can be overwhelming, and unfortunately, the confusion begins as soon as you start working on a business name. Between picking a ...

One of the first things that must be done when starting a business is to give it a name. Business entities are treated as if they are “persons,” and they can own property, hold bank accounts, send ...

Determining what business structure is right for you is the most crucial step before starting a business. If you’re a first-time or seasoned business owner ready to start a new venture, weighing your ...

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. Many, or all, of the products featured on ...

Rachel Williams has been an editor for nearly two decades. She has spent the last five years working on small business content to help entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses. She’s well-versed ...