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EIN Lookup: How to Find Your EIN Number

EIN Lookup: How to Find Your EIN Number

Esther Strauss

Published on September 10, 2021

If you do not know your Employer Identification Number, also referred to as your EIN, don’t fret. There are several ways to look up your EIN, ...

What Is a Registered Agent for an LLC?

What Is a Registered Agent for an LLC?

Carolyn Young

Published on September 10, 2021

In most states, when you form an LLC, you need a registered agent. A registered agent is a person or business that is authorized to accept legal,tax ...

How Many DBAs Can an LLC Have?

How Many DBAs Can an LLC Have?

Esther Strauss

Published on September 2, 2021

If you’re in the process of forming a limited liability corporation (LLC) or have already formed one, the thought of using multiple DBAs might ...

What Is an LLC Operating Agreement?

What Is an LLC Operating Agreement?

Esther Strauss

Published on August 24, 2021

An operating agreement for a limited liability company (LLC) is an important legal document that details who owns the business and also providesesse ...

How to Register a Business Name

How to Register a Business Name

Carolyn Young

Published on August 20, 2021

The name of the business is a critical element for any company, especially a new startup. The name should be uncomplicated, reflect your productsand ...

How to Get a Business License in 5 Steps

How to Get a Business License in 5 Steps

Carolyn Young

Published on August 20, 2021

If you are starting a new business, it’s important to make sure you’re in compliance with all laws at the local, state, and federallevels.  ...

How to Get an Employer Identification Number (EIN)

How to Get an Employer Identification Number (EIN)

Carolyn Young

Published on August 13, 2021

In the business world, your Employer Identification Number, or EIN, is like a social security number for your company, allowing the IRS to easilyide ...

What Is a DBA?

What Is a DBA?

Carolyn Young

Published on August 12, 2021

When it comes to business regulations, “DBA” stands for “doing business as.” Simply put, it’s a name registered for a company to dobusines ...

What Is an LLC?

What Is an LLC?

Esther Strauss

Published on August 6, 2021

If you are thinking about starting a business or in the process of doing so, you will soon need to decide which business entity to choose. One ofthe ...

What is the Cheapest Way to Incorporate a Business?

What is the Cheapest Way to Incorporate a Business?

Esther Strauss

Published on July 27, 2021

Incorporating a business is not as expensive or as difficult as many people assume. There is a certain amount of red tape to wade through, buti ...