In a world where over 295 million Americans use social media (Statista, 2023), it’s clear that platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube have become integral parts of our lives. But have you ever stopped to think about what happens to your social media accounts when you’re no longer here? If you’ve spent years curating content, building an audience, or sharing
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Five Questions Every Social Media Influencer Should Ask About Their Digital Presence
Social media connects us in ways that were unimaginable just a few decades ago, allowing individuals to build communities, influence trends, and, for many, generate income. If your social media presence has evolved into a business, whether through selling products or endorsing brands, it’s crucial to ensure you’re fully protected. Here are five essential questions every social media influencer should…
3 Key Concerns Every Self-Employed Entrepreneur Should Address
Being self-employed is an incredible journey—you’re your own boss, charting your own path, and reaping the rewards of your hard work. But let’s be real: with great freedom comes great responsibility. Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or leading a small team, the weight of running your business (and planning for the future) rests squarely on your shoulders.
The good news?…
How Business Executives Can Set and Meet Their Estate Planning Goals
As a business executive, you are used to strategizing and creating goals as part of your job. But have you devoted time to strategizing and creating goals to protect yourself and your loved ones? If not, we are here to help you address some of the goals business executives often have when looking to their future.
Protecting Your Hard-Earned Money…
Millennial Entrepreneurs: The Time to Plan Is Now
As a millennial entrepreneur, you are contributing to the workforce in a major way and are making positive changes in the world around you. We understand that your concerns may differ from someone of a different generation, or even someone that is “employed”, and we are here to help you craft an estate plan that protects your future and addresses…
Should I Buy a Franchise?
When starting a business, entrepreneurs typically have two options: they can either build a new business or purchase an existing business. Buying an existing business can offer the advantages of name recognition and a proven business model. The advantages can be even greater if the business is a franchise with hundreds or even thousands of locations. Purchasing an existing business,…
Purchasing Real Estate for Business
Business owners must constantly weigh risks versus rewards when evaluating growth strategies. An example is owning commercial property, which involves more responsibilities and expenses than leasing a space. However, over the long term and in the right circumstances, commercial real estate may be a smart investment with a high upside.
Buying a business property is a different process from buying…
The Sole Proprietorship: Pros and Cons
Transitioning from being an employee to being self-employed is a goal of many American workers, and a growing number of workers have realized their goal in the wake of pandemic-related economic disruptions.
Individuals often cite taking control of their career as a top motivating factor for being self-employed. Self-employment frequently starts as a side hustle that blossoms into a full-time…
What You Need to Know about Articles of Organization
The limited liability company (LLC) is a popular entity structure among small business owners that provides governance and taxation flexibility and shields personal assets from business liabilities.
To enjoy the benefits and legal protections of an LLC, however, owners must register their company with the state by filing articles of organization (sometimes called a certification of organization or certificate of…
How to Put Business Interests into a Trust
When forming your business, you may choose to structure it as a sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company (LLC), or corporation. Each type of structure offers different levels of asset protection and affects how much you pay in taxes. But owners can exert further control over their business—both while alive and after they pass away—by placing business interests in a…