Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business

Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business

<b>The all-in-one business law book</b> <p> Whether you’re just starting a small business, or your business is already up and running, legal questions crop up on an almost daily basis. Ignoring them can threaten your enterprise―but hiring a lawyer to help with routine issues can devastate the bottom line. <p> The <i>Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business</i> has helped more than a quarter million entrepreneurs and business owners master the basics, including how to: <p><ul> <li> raise start-up money <li> decide between an LLC or other business structure <li> save on business taxes <li> get licenses and permits <li> choose the right insurance <li> negotiate contracts and leases <li> avoid problems if you’re buying a franchise <li> hire and manage employees and independent contractors <li> attract and keep customers (and get paid on time), and <li> limit your liability and protect your personal assets. <p></ul> Whether you’re a sole proprietor or an LLC or corporation, or a one-person business operating out of your home, or a company with a large staff leasing space, this book will help you start and run a successful business. <p> The 16th edition is completely updated with the latest legal information and tax rules for small businesses under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.