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Business formation involves selecting a legal structure for your business, such as an LLC, corporation, nonprofit, or DBA. We guide you through the steps, from choosing the right entity type to filing the necessary paperwork, ensuring your business starts on a solid legal foundation.
Choosing the right business structure depends on your goals, liability concerns, and tax preferences. Our expert team will assess your needs and recommend the best option—whether it’s an LLC, nonprofit, or corporation—to help your business succeed.
Yes! We provide detailed trademark audit reports to ensure your trademarks comply with legal standards, protecting your brand. Our expert team conducts thorough audits to confirm that your trademarks are up-to-date and fully compliant.
Outsourcing bookkeeping helps you maintain accurate financial records, avoid costly mistakes, and stay tax-ready. Our bookkeeping services streamline financial management, ensuring your books are up-to-date, so you can focus on growing your business.
Our bookkeeping services help you organize your financial records, categorize transactions, and reconcile accounts, making it easier to prepare for tax season. With our support, you’ll have tax-ready financials in no time.
An LLC (Limited Liability Company) is a flexible structure with fewer regulatory requirements and personal asset protection. A corporation, on the other hand, is ideal for businesses planning to issue shares, go public, or expand globally. Our experts will help you choose the right option based on your goals.
Audit reports help ensure your financial statements are accurate, detect fraud, and improve operational efficiency. Regular audits also enhance stakeholder confidence, help with strategic planning, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
By forming an LLC or corporation, you separate your personal assets from your business liabilities. This provides liability protection, safeguarding your personal finances in case of business debts or legal issues.
Yes, with certain business structures like LLCs, you can choose from different tax options, such as pass-through taxation or corporate tax rates. Our experts can guide you through the best tax structure for your needs.
The time it takes to form a business depends on the structure you choose and the complexity of the filing process. Generally, it can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks. We ensure that your business formation is completed as efficiently as possible.
Our bookkeeping services include tasks like tracking credits and debits, reconciling bank accounts, handling accounts receivable and payable, creating financial statements, and setting up accounts in software like QuickBooks. We ensure your financial records are accurate and up to date.
A trademark audit ensures your trademarks are protected and comply with legal standards, helping avoid potential infringement issues. It also helps streamline trademark management, making sure your intellectual property remains secure and valued.
Yes, our services are designed to cater to businesses of all sizes. Whether you're a startup or an established company, we can assist with business formation, bookkeeping, audit reports, and more, to help your business grow and stay compliant.
LLCs and corporations are beneficial for a variety of businesses, from small startups to large enterprises. If you're looking to limit personal liability, build credibility, and plan for growth, forming an LLC or corporation is a great option.
No. A federally registered trademark covers all 50 states, providing nationwide protection.
The USPTO filing fee starts at $250–$350 per class of goods or services. Additional costs may apply for legal assistance or specialized services.
Yes, you can use the "™" symbol with your trademark to indicate it is unregistered but in use. Once registered, you can use the "®" symbol.
No. A US trademark only provides protection within the United States. You need to apply separately for international trademark protection.
If your application is denied, the USPTO will provide reasons for the refusal. You may respond to the objections or amend your application within the given timeframe.
You can apply for a trademark yourself; however, hiring an experienced attorney can help ensure accuracy and improve your chances of approval.
Trademarks are categorized into specific classes of goods or services (e.g., clothing, software, food). You must specify the class that applies to your business during the application process.
A specimen is an example of how your trademark is used in commerce (e.g., product labels, packaging, or website screenshots showing the mark).
Yes. It is your responsibility to monitor and enforce your trademark rights. The USPTO does not police unauthorized use.
The USPTO examines and approves trademark applications, but it does not enforce trademark rights or mediate disputes.
No. If a similar or identical trademark is already registered or in use, your application may be denied due to the likelihood of confusion.
Trademark: Protects brand names, logos, and slogans.
Copyright: Protects creative works like books, music, and films.
Patent: Protects inventions and processes.
To maintain your registration, you must file a Declaration of Use between the 5th and 6th years and a renewal application every 10 years.
A common-law trademark is an unregistered trademark that gains protection through its use in commerce, but it provides limited rights compared to a federally registered trademark.