Business · March 22, 2024

Selecting your business successor is more than a choice—it's a future-defining moment. Ensure your legacy flourishes by steering clear of common yet critical mistakes in the process. It's not just about replicating your leadership style but finding someone with the right vision, adaptability, and ability to connect with your team. Dive deeper into how to make this pivotal decision without compromising your business's future. As your trusted LIFTed Business Advisor, let me guide you through a sea

Business · March 15, 2024

As tax season rolls in, it’s crucial for small business owners to navigate the complexities of tax filing with precision. This blog highlights three common tax mistakes to avoid: miscalculating payroll taxes, misclassifying employees as contractors, and improperly deducting personal expenses as business expenses. With detailed examples and solutions, including the importance of clear payment policies and maintaining separate financial accounts, it provides actionable advice to ensure compli

Business · February 12, 2024

Building a business is a journey filled with passion and dedication, mirroring the love you have for your family. But have you pondered the future of your enterprise and the well-being of your loved ones in your absence? Our latest blog delves into the essence of succession planning, a crucial step not just for the longevity of your business but as a profound gesture of care for your family. It outlines the necessity of a clear strategy to ensure smooth transitions, safeguarding your legacy and

Business · December 15, 2022

Lawsuits are not fun and are definitely in no one's best interest. Most of us don't expect them to happen to us, but the truth is that many businesses face lawsuits every year. If your business is facing a lawsuit, here are the first steps you should take to start planning for the future. Learn more here:

Business · April 26, 2022

When it comes to your company’s brand identity, nothing is more vital to your company than its name. By developing a highly catchy name for your business, you can quickly get your company recognized, remembered, and respected. But take note, coming up with the right name for your company involves a number of critical legal issues, so it deserves the proper protection available under intellectual property law.

Business · February 08, 2022

If your company has (or plans to have) employees, a well-written employee handbook is an essential communication resource between you and your team. Your handbook ensures that your team is not only aware of your rules and policies, but also the federal and state laws governing their employment. It should reflect the way you do business, and whatever policies you include in it should be consistently enforced.

Business · January 18, 2022

When starting your own business, a carefully researched and well-thought-out business plan allows you to determine whether or not your business concept will succeed and make money. A solid business plan can't only serve as a roadmap to guide your company's progress but also allow you to test the validity of your business model, research the market, understand your competition, and avoid potential pitfalls. How will you do that? Learn more here!

Business · December 28, 2021

The constant whirlwind of excitement and activity surrounding the launch of your startup can leave you feeling overwhelmed. You can get so focused on the day-to-day tasks and responsibilities of getting your operation up and running that you neglect some of your company's most vital legal components. Because you're so busy and likely not generating much revenue during the startup phase, it may be tempting to try to handle everything on your own and not seek out the support of a business lawyer.

Business · November 16, 2021

Many entrepreneurs structure their business as an LLC because, like corporations, LLCs offer personal liability protection for their owners. But unlike corporations, LLCs are not legally required to adhere to many of the same corporate formalities required of corporations. Although the administrative requirements for an LLC are far less strict than for a corporation, you’ll still need to abide by some operational formalities if you want to maintain your personal liability protection.

Business · August 31, 2021

Growing your small business can be tricky. In fact, rapid growth can actually harm your company if you don't plan properly. And, even if you've implemented processes, technology, and outsourcing to deliver your core product or service and maximize growth efficiently, your company is still at risk if it doesn't have effective legal, insurance, tax, and financial (LIFT) systems. In fact, without solid LIFT systems, your business is just one accident, audit, or lawsuit away from ruin.