Business Law
Business Law
Business Law
Obtaining Investors without Registering with the SEC
There comes a time when many businesses need to raise money to take advantage of growth opportunities. Perhaps your small profitable company or promising start-up wants to attract investors. Do you have to register with the SEC? It depends. You may be able to qualify for one of several exemptions from federal registration requirements under […]
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Transfer Pricing: Maximize Opportunities and Minimize Risks
Transfer pricing continues to be one of the most important matters facing multinational companies. The tax situation in any given country can affect whether or not your business sets up facilities or holds intellectual property ownership there. The IRS and numerous tax authorities worldwide are intensifying their focus on how corporations allocate income and expenses […]
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Securities Registration: Keeping the Skies Clear
If you’ve built your business to the point where you want to raise capital in public markets, life can become both cumbersome and expensive. You may need to deal with more than 50 state and local regulatory agencies in addition to the federal Securities and Exchange Commission. That’s right, each state — as well as […]
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Sell (or Buy) a Corporate Business With a Tax-Free Reorganization
There are two basic ways to sell an incorporated business — sell the assets or sell the stock. For two good tax reasons, sellers usually prefer stock sales: 1. Assuming you’ve owned the shares for more than a year, your profits will generally be taxed at a maximum federal rate of 20%. This applies equally […]
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A Checklist When Closing a Business
There are many reasons why business owners decide to permanently close their doors. Perhaps the owners launched a company as friends and the relationship has soured over time. Or maybe the owners are ready to retire and have no plans to sell their company, pass it on, or merge with another business. In many cases, […]
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Covenants Not To Compete: Protection for Your Business
Are you concerned that one of your best employees will leave to join a competitor? Your worries may be eased if the employee signs a “covenant not to compete” as part of an employment agreement. The covenant (also called a “non-compete clause” or “non-compete agreement”) is enforceable against a departing employee as long as certain […]
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Eight Legal Risks Facing Businesses
Operating in today’s business world can sometimes seem like you’re navigating a legal minefield. You must be aware of, and comply with, numerous laws and regulations. A misstep can result in expensive and time-consuming legal challenges. Below are eight legal risks facing businesses, along with some of the related federal laws involved. Keep in mind […]
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Scratching Up Seed Money
It’s a complex process that involves uncovering sources of money, using the proper means and evaluating whether the timing is good. If the economy is slow, it’s more difficult to raise cash — no matter how clever your business plan is. Round Robin Financing is often done through “rounds,” which occur over time and involve […]
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