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Business formation is the process of establishing a legal entity to carry out a particular entreprise. The law provides several entity options, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Limited... more +

Business formation is the process of establishing a legal entity to carry out a particular entreprise. The law provides several entity options, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Limited Liability Corporations (LLC), Limited Liability Partnerships (LLP), and S-Corporations are a few examples of available options. When forming a business, founders can choose whichever entity-type best aligns with their specific tax and liability needs and considerations. Other important aspects of forming a business include drafting a comprehensive business plan, choosing appropriate insurance, establishing personnel policies and protecting intellectual property. less -

From One State to Another: Changing a Nonprofit's State of Incorporation

Venable LLP on 10/29/2024

Nonprofits periodically ask how they can change their legal domicile or state of incorporation from one state to another. For some, an evolution in the location of physical or virtual headquarters, the type and nature of...more

How Tax Works - Entity Selection

Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP on 7/9/2024

How Tax Works, hosted by FRB Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a clearer understanding of how tax laws impact your financial decisions....more

Nevada Doesn’t Have Corporate or Personal Income Taxes: Should I Form There?

Pillsbury - Propel on 5/15/2024

As of the date of this article, Nevada does not have a corporate income tax or a personal income tax. Contrast Nevada’s 0% with California’s corporate tax rate of 8.84% and top individual income tax rate of 13.3% and...more

Choosing the Wrong Business Structure: A Startup’s Death Sentence?

Pillsbury - Propel on 3/26/2024

Starting a business is a thrilling journey filled with excitement, innovation and the promise of potential success. However, choosing the wrong business structure to reach your objectives can set your business on a path to...more

Considering Converting an LLC into a Corporation? Here Are the QSBS Issues You Should Be Thinking About

Mintz - Tax Viewpoints on 9/8/2023

A common question we receive from founders is whether to organize their start-up business as a corporation or as an LLC. While there are many non-tax-related factors that need to be considered, this is often (at least in...more

[Virtual Half-Day Seminar] Real Estate Startup - April 18th, 9:00 am - 12:15 pm CST

Winstead PC on 4/7/2023

On April 18, join Winstead attorneys Trip Dyer, Ben Gehlbach, Daniel Bell-Garcia, Jacob Loehr, Matt Dzura, and Cole Gearhart, along with Whitley Penn Partner Shea Krachek, for our Real Estate Startup half-day virtual seminar....more

Choosing the Right Entity for Your Business

Lowndes on 3/30/2022

What is the right entity for your new business? The default answer is often considered to be a corporation, as it provides the owner with protection from business debts and has a lower 21 percent federal tax rate. The...more

Establishing A Business Entity In Israel (Updated)

International Lawyers Network on 2/17/2022

While there are a few different forms of “corporate” entities in Israel, this guide will focus on companies and partnerships as these are the entities that the non-Israeli businessman is most likely to set up or invest in if...more

Establishing A Business Entity In Israel (Updated)

International Lawyers Network on 2/19/2021

While there are a few different forms of “corporate” entities in Israel, this guide will focus on companies and partnerships as these are the entities that the non-Israeli businessman is most likely to set up or invest in if...more

SO VERY HARD TO GO (NOT)! In Pursuit of Puerto Rican Tax Incentives

Gerald Nowotny - Law Office of Gerald R.... on 11/13/2020

Live in the United States and gain the benefits of Puerto Rican tax incentives! ...more

SO VERY HARD TO GO (NOT)! In Pursuit of Puerto Rican Tax Incentives

Gerald Nowotny - Law Office of Gerald R.... on 11/13/2020

Nowotny On Death and Taxes, episode #30 focuses on planning strategies to minimize the impact of any potential tax increases in 2021. A business owner can repatriate the profits of the Puerto Rican exempt company without...more

New Entity. New Property. New Valuation?

UB Greensfelder LLP on 3/19/2019

Given high real estate tax rates in Ohio, clients often ask us if a higher property valuation for real estate tax purposes can be avoided by purchasing membership interests rather than purchasing the real estate directly....more

Establishing A Business Entity In Israel

International Lawyers Network on 3/19/2019

The influence of British rule immediately prior to the establishment of the State of Israel has left a lasting mark on Israeli corporate law. Even though Israel is commercially much closer to the U.S., the links to the...more

Legal Guide for U.S. Foreign Investments

Harris Beach PLLC on 5/25/2018

Establishing a business in the U.S. by a foreign corporation can be a fairly smooth operation with the right guidance and support. There are steps to take in forming, operating and growing a business in the U.S. in addition...more

Time to Reconsider Your Choice of Entity?

Lowndes on 2/26/2018

One of the most publicized changes made by last year’s Tax Cut and Jobs Act was a reduction in income tax rates for corporations and individuals. The maximum corporate tax rate has been permanently reduced from 35% to 21%,...more

10 Steps to Brewery Start-Up: A Step-by-Step Guide to Start-Up A Brewery In Maryland – Step 2 Forming A Business Entity

Miles & Stockbridge P.C. on 11/16/2017

In this ten-part blog series, I will explore the ten steps that you should take to start-up a brewery of your own in Maryland. If you follow these ten simple steps, you will be able to start-up with a great foundation for...more

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