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Jun 19, 2025 · Our blog offers the latest articles, tips, and strategies to help you navigate the world of real estate, entrepreneurship, and wealth management. Stay updated with practical advice and …
The Five Ws in Every Good Business Plan | Corporate Direct
Oct 29, 2025 · Learn how to create a winning business plan by answering key questions: who, what, when, why, and where. Garrett Sutton’s book, Writing Winning Business Plans, provides insights for …
Essential Guide to the ESBT Election Form: Key Considerations and Tips
Jun 18, 2025 · Learn about the Qualified Subchapter S Trust (QSST) and Electing Small Business Trust (ESBT) options for S-Corporation stock ownership, including their benefits, eligibility, and elections.
Your corporate veil is the shield that protects your assets.
Apr 22, 2025 · The previous is an excerpt from Chapter One of Run Your Own Corporation. For more information on how to create and maintain your corporate veil, read my blog on Corporate Paperwork …
Can a C Corporation Buy a Residential Property? Key Considerations.
Jun 18, 2025 · Avoid holding real estate in a C corporation due to higher capital gains taxes, weaker asset protection, and taxable transfers. Use LLCs or LPs for better tax and legal advantages.
California Exit Tax in 2025? Not Exactly—But You May Still Owe Taxes ...
Jun 2, 2025 · There is no "exit tax" when leaving California, but the state may still tax you on California-sourced income or if you're considered a part-time resident. Follow the "close connection" test to …
C-Corporation Considerations - Corporate Direct
Apr 23, 2025 · Discover the benefits of a C-Corp, including extensive deductions, tax-free fringe benefits, and employee perks. Learn strategies to mitigate double taxation and optimize your …
The Difference Between Certificated And Uncertificated Securities
Oct 29, 2025 · Uncertificated vs. Certificated securities: Understand the pros and cons of each, from easier trading of uncertificated securities to the stronger asset protection offered by certificated …
Commingling Funds - Why you should NEVER do it - Corporate Direct
Apr 23, 2025 · Learn why commingling business and personal funds is a critical mistake. Separating accounts helps protect the corporate veil and shield business owners from personal liability in lawsuits.
California Residents: We Don’t Recommend Forming Wyoming and …
Jun 18, 2025 · Blog California Residents: We Don’t Recommend Forming Wyoming and Delaware Statutory Trusts for Your Holding Entity