Legal Guide for Starting and Running a Small Business

This plain-English book - the most comprehensive of its kind on the market - covers everything that small-business owners need to know. A perennial bestseller, the book covers: - choosing a business structure - taxes and the IRS - employees and independent contractors - trademark and service marks - licenses and permits - leasing and improving commercial space - buying and selling a business - and much more Fortunately, you have a better alternative. Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business clearly explains the practical and legal information you need to: - raise start-up money - choose between a sole proprietorship, partnership or LLC - get licenses and permits - buy or sell a business or franchise - negotiate a favorable lease - insure your business - hire independent contractors safely - understand small business tax rules - pick and protect a good name - resolve legal disputes - adopt the best customer policies - enter into strong contracts - cope with financial problems