Monthly Archives: March 2010
Florida corporation renewal deadline fast approaching
Each business entity registered or filed with the Florida Department of State is required to file an annual corporation renewal in order to maintain their “active status.” The Division of Corporations reminds entrepreneurs that the report deadline is fast approaching. The report is due by May 1 to avoid filing fees.
Thinking of business formation? Learn the basic entrepreneurial skills
For entrepreneurs interested in starting companies, it’s important to learn the basics about business. For would-be owners of all business types, Entrepreneur.com offers some tips about skills and knowledge that should be acquired before business formation.
Build corporate blueprints to bring capital investments
In spite of the administrations’ recent $30 billion pledge to help fund small businesses, many entrepreneurs are reportedly still struggling to find startup funds. Would-be business owners might benefit from Inc. magazine‘s tips on writing great business plans to garner investments.
Find the right structure for a successful business
For many entrepreneurs who are finding their businesses growing as the economy recovers, this might be a good time to consider incorporation. The Houston Chronicle offers some insight on incorporating a business to gain legal benefits.
Save money during the early days of a startup
A report from the Small Business Administration indicates that economic trying times often provide the best climate for new businesses to find success. Still, that doesn’t mean finding the funds to start new businesses is easy in the midst of recession.
Good credit increasingly important with tight loans
In spite of the administration’s recent proposal to give $30 billion to community banks to offer startup loans, many entrepreneurs are reportedly finding it difficult to secure startup funds. The Clarion Ledger offers some advice about maintaining good credit to get loans.
A brief overview of business entities
For startup business owners, deciding when to incorporate and which business entity to form is an important step for growing a company. Two well-known forms of business are corporations and limited liability companies. The eCommerce Times offers some insight into the original purposes of these entities and how they remain viable ways to protect businesses.
Individuals with corporate-owned homes have to decide how to approach homestead exemptions
For many people in New Orleans area, Hurricane Katrina flooded their houses and rendered them homeless. The state offers a homestead exemption for residents with new housing arrangements, but these benefits are mutually exclusive of the benefits that come with purchasing a home through a limited liability company, reports nola.com.
Indianapolis entrepreneurs might find business partners through Conexus’ Supplier INsight
For Indiana-based entrepreneurs who have recently undergone or are considering business formation, there is a new web-based community that might help them find needed suppliers. Startup business owners in the state may find this tool makes it easy for Hoosiers to do business with Hoosiers.
New Hampshire small businesses offered workshop on corporate legal issues
The recent Supreme Court decisions to lift the ban on small businesses ability to participate in electoral campaigns has made many small business owners aware of the fact that they should do their homework on corporate laws.
