Minnesota Launches New Business Services Website
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December 4, 2014, by James Gilmer in Industry News.
The Minnesota Secretary of State announced that beginning December 8, 2014, they will launch a newly designed Business Services website.
The new website will include
Ability to file annual reinstatements online.
• User-friendly homepage design to better guide visitors.
• Search feature…
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Where Should I Register An Online Business?
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December 2, 2014, by James Gilmer in Business Compliance.
Updated January 2019
We get many inquiries regarding where to register an online business. Having no tangible presence (i.e. a storefront) understandably leads to some confusion, including whether registration is necessary, and if so, in which state to register or incorporate. … Read more
Ready, Set, Hire! An Overview of Legal Issues in the Hiring Process for Businesses (Part 3 of 6)
Last week, we tackled the issues of mandatory insurance for employers and compliance posters in the workplace. This week, we will navigate the complicated and often shark-infested legal waters of post offer, pre-employment physical examinations.
Where the Problem Arises
The … Read more
End of the Year Compliance for Small Businesses
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November 10, 2014, by James Gilmer in Business Compliance.
The end of the year is the ideal time to review compliance for your business. For many businesses, this is a time to “catch up” on compliance activities for the year and prepare for next year. Filings also may … Read more
This Halloween, Dress Your Business for Success
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October 29, 2014, by James Gilmer in Business Compliance.
There’s nothing scarier to a small business owner than to find her business does not have adequate liability protection, because she hasn’t properly registered her business with the state.
However, there are thousands, if not millions of solopreneurs, freelancers, and … Read more
Understanding Electronic Filing in Your State
Many states offer electronic filing options for business registration. As more states finally move into the 21st century (half-joking, of course), online filing will become the norm, and mailing a filing will become a thing of the past.
As you … Read more
Online Filing Now Available in Pennsylvania
Beginning October 8th, the Pennsylvania Department of State is launching online filing services for Pennsylvania professional license holders, corporations, and other business entities.
Businesses incorporating in Pennsylvania, and those obtaining business licenses, can use the online filing service in … Read more
3 Ways Your Business Structure Affects Your Startup Marketing Strategy
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September 29, 2014, by James Gilmer in Business Compliance.
Did you know the business structure you select, and the business name you register, affects your startup marketing strategy?
We’ve already discussed the steps required to choose and to register your business name. Once you’ve decided, it will affect your … Read more
5 Reasons to Use a National Registered Agent
As you expand your business into new states, it is important to have a national registered agent provider for each state you register in. Just as managing operating expenses and estimating ROI is important, hiring a single registered agent company across multiple … Read more
Harrisburg Startup Weekend
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September 17, 2014, by James Gilmer in Business Compliance.
Harrisburg Startup Weekend is rapidly approaching!
September 29th, 2014 marks the beginning of Harrisburg Startup Week, seven days dedicated to the passion and development of entrepreneurship in Central Pennsylvania.
The final three days of the week, October 3-5, are … Read more