Take Time to Count Your Blessings

Happy Thanksgiving! Many years ago, I attended a Bible Study that challenged the attendee to take time daily to reflect on the many blessings you have received because doing so would put the challenges of the day into perspective. I began doing that and continue to do...

New Business: Why a Corporation Might be Right

When starting a business, one important decision is the choice of business entity, such as a limited liability company, corporation, partnership, non-profit corporation, or some other entity. Last week in our blog, we focused on limited liability companies. This week,...

New Business: Why Use an LLC?

When starting a business, one important decision is the choice of business entity, such as a limited liability company, corporation, partnership, non-profit corporation, or some other entity. Each have different governance and tax ramifications. If you are not sure...

New Business Scam: Certificate of Existence

After you create a new business, LLC, LP, Corporation, or other entity, you will likely receive a letter titled a “Certificate of Existence Request Form” that looks similar to the one below: The letter claims that you need to send money (anywhere from $70-$100,...