November 2009

3 rules to keep your house

A little while back you decided to start a company. You were excited and ready to take on the world. In these formative moments everyone told you, “You need to incorporate your business to make sure lawyers can’t get your house.” So, in light of the consequences of doing nothing, you went ahead and filled out the one-page “Articles of Incorporation” form with the Secretary of State’s Office, ponied up the $100 filing fee, and BAM! – You now own a corporate entity.

 
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Tax mental preparation

'Tis the season for turkeys, toys....and taxes.  Once all the celebrating/joy-to-the-world is behind you, it's time to switch focus from Father Christmas to Uncle Sam.  And who is this Uncle Sam that is always wanting money anyway?  Is he truly a metaphor for an irritating relative that is always in trouble and asking for money, or is he more like the insurance provider you pay into each month diligently, but hope to never use?
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