You know my goal around here is to help you add ease to the legalese. (I can’t believe I’ve been doing it for more than a decade now!) And for that entire time, my advice about how to keep your LLC legit hasn’t changed–until this year. When on January 1, 2024, a new law went […]
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Everything You Wanted to Know About the Public Domain But Were Afraid to Ask
Unlock the mysteries of the public domain without legal jargon. In this guide for creatives, discover how to use, adapt, and create freely.
Do I need a business bank account for my LLC?
Does your LLC need a “real” business bank account? Or can you just get away with a personal bank account where you only keep the LLC’s money? Watch this video to learn!
When is it a good (or bad) idea to have multiple businesses under one LLC?
When is it a good (or bad) idea to have multiple projects, brands, or businesses in the same LLC? The short version is is it’s okay when you are fine with them impacting each other. Watch the video to learn more.
Essential Legal Documents for Creative Businesses: A Comprehensive Guide
In this comprehensive guide, you’ll learn what legal documents you should have for your creative business and how to easily organize them.
What you need to know before signing an art licensing agreement
Art licensing can be a profitable revenue stream. But before you sign, read this to understand what your art licensing agreement contains.
Quick and dirty checklist to starting a creative business
Are you starting a creative business? Click through to learn the four easy tasks you should take to start your business off on the right foot.
How should I sign a contract as an LLC owner?
Are you unsure how to sign a contract for your LLC? Who is allowed to sign? What should the signature line look like? By the end of this video and post, you’ll know: Watch the short version | Read the long version Watch Video Links Read Once you become an LLC there are lots of […]
Proposal vs Contract: What’s the difference and which should you send?
Are you unsure if you should send your client a proposal or a contract? Contracts and proposals have very different purposes, by the end of this, you’ll know when you should send each.
Do I need a DBA (doing business as) for my business?
Does your business need a dba (doing business as)? Learn when you need one and why you’ll want to get one in this post and video.
3 simple ways to reduce business risks (from a lawyer)
An LLC is the most common way business owners protect themselves. But do you know two other ways you can reduce your business risks?
How do I check if my business name is taken?
How do you pick a business name that won’t force a rebrand or get you in legal hot water? In this video and post, I share how to check if your business name is taken, why it’s important, and if you can DIY it.