New Federal Reporting Rule for Businesses What’s all the hubbub about the new FinCEN requirement next year? FinCEN is a new federal reporting rule for businesses and it’s something you need to know about because it could cost you upwards of $500 or even jail time. Yikes! Here’s what you need to know and how […]

How to Get Paid the Most as an LLC or S Corp   Have you ever wondered how you are actually supposed to pay yourself in your business? Does it differ if you are an LLC or S Corp? It sure does. Here’s how to get paid the most as an LLC or S Corp. […]

How to Save Money When Setting Up Your LLC   You’ve probably heard of third-party companies who can help you set up an LLC, but is the price really worth it? It can be hard to know who to trust and where to get the best deals, especially when you’re just getting started. Here’s everything […]

How to Draft an Operating Agreement   Are you looking to create an LLC operating agreement? What exactly is an operating agreement and how do you know if your LLC needs one? These are all questions I am going to answer in this post! I’ve seen some mistakes made by people in the past on […]

Why You Don’t Need an LLC to Start a Business   What exactly is an LLC and do you need one to start your business? Whether you are beginning your business as a podcaster, influencer, YouTuber, blogger, or seller of physical products, I can help clear up the confusion on whether or not you need […]

4 Mistakes to Avoid Before Filing an LLC What are the big mistakes you want to avoid before registering for your LLC (limited liability company)? If you are an online business owner, you have plenty to worry about, and messing up your business corporation is not on that list. Here are the 4 mistakes to […]

How to Hire an Independent Contractor  Are you ready for some extra help in your business, but not sure how? This is a major milestone which is exciting but can also be a little scary–especially when legal terms start getting tossed around. All you want is for someone to help you stay organized in your […]

Which is Better for Your Online Business-LLC or S-Corp? If you’re new to owning an online business, you probably have many questions–including how to become legally legit and make the most out of your work. But first of all, good for you for starting! You are well on your way to making your business dreams […]

How to Pay Yourself From Your LLC   Have you ever wondered how to pay yourself fairly in an LLC? If you own a business and are your own boss, you’ve most likely set up an LLC (Limited Liability Company). There’s a very specific way that you should delegate money to make sure that you’re preserving […]

So someone owes you money and you want to make sure you can get it back. Stay tuned because I’m going to walk you through my five-step battle plan to make sure you can recover your hard-earned cash as a small business owner. I’m attorney for creative entrepreneurs, Brittany Ratelle, and I’m here to help […]