When you own a business, you obviously want to do whatever it takes to keep operations running smoothly and avoid expensive lawsuits that drain both money and time. This article examines three ways that you can protect your business from litigation. Be Honest and Professional at All Times Owners and employees alike should refrain from saying or doing anything that could be considered unethical. This Read More
Four Reasons Your Business MUST Have an Employee Handbook
If you’re running a business, an employee handbook is a must-have. Although not a legal requirement, a handbook informs your staff of all workplace rules so there is no room for ambiguity or guesswork. They will know what is expected of them and what they can expect from you in return. Should a disgruntled worker try to take you to court later, a handbook can provide your company with legal protection. Below is a Read More
California Business Strategy: The Advantages of an S-Corporation
An S-corporation is a special corporate structure which provides the legal protection of a traditional corporation to a business, while also minimizing tax obligation. Like a sole proprietorship or partnership, S-corporations pass corporate income, losses, credits, and deductions through to shareholders for federal tax purposes. These shareholders report the profits and losses on their personal tax returns and are Read More
Starting a Business? Here Are Five Tips for Success
Starting your own business can be exhilarating. You have the opportunity to control your own destiny, determine who you work with, and have the chance to translate something you enjoy doing into financial rewards – all on your terms. But before starting a business in California, you need to have a solid business plan and consider the associated legal issues, which include: Selecting the right business Read More
Four Tips for Successful California Real Estate Investing
Are you a real estate investor, or perhaps considering getting into the market? In this blog entry we offer four tips that will improve your chances of success. Realistic goals and expectations: Rental real estate investing can provide you with a long-term and steady income, but you’ll have to work for it. The days of buying properties and flipping them for a quick and massive profit are gone. Be prepared to do Read More
Kristen Hayes Featured in NFIB
Attorney Kristen Hayes was recently featured in a National Federation of Independent Business article on how to handle breach of contract. Click here to read the full article! Read More
California Business Strategy: Advantages and Disadvantages of the “C” Corporation
It’s possible to operate a business without creating a legal entity for it - and many California business owners do exactly that. But if your business is anything more than a hobby, it’s wise to incorporate. There are many options when it comes to your legal structure, and in this blog entry we look at the advantages and disadvantages of a corporate structure. Personal asset security: When you own a corporation, Read More
California Real Estate: Six Tips for New Investors
A lot of investors today want to include real estate in their portfolios, but don’t know where to begin. Real estate investing is not the same as investing in stocks and bonds, so it can be overwhelming to newcomers. It doesn’t have to be difficult or intimidating. When done properly, real estate investment is actually one of the safest and best wealth-building tools out there. Here are six tips that will help you Read More
Business Entity Formation: The Advantages of an LLC
The legal entity that you choose for your business affects your personal liability, how you pay taxes, and the regulations that apply. One of the most common business formations is the Limited Liability Company (LLC). LLCs have many similarities with C-Corporations, but in general they are more flexible in terms of taxation and require less paperwork. This article examines the overall advantages of LLCs to help Read More
Business Entity Formation: Four Questions to Consider
When deciding how to structure your business, there are different criteria that you need to take into account. Everyone’s situation is different, and the ideal solution for one aspiring business owner may not suit the circumstances or goals of someone else. Below are four questions that you need to consider, as the answers will determine which entity type is recommended for you. To what extent do you need Read More
