Category: Start a Business Soon

As part of Incfile’s ongoing Business Of The Month series, we are profiling some of our favorite clients who are making great things happen with their businesses! We recently interviewed Ashley Patton, co-founder of Hopemont Investment Group, a real estate investment firm based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Ashley and her husband started a business because they […]

Tax season as a first-time business owner can be complicated and stressful. You go into business to make money, but making money usually means owing taxes—and the thought of owing a large amount on your business taxes when you’re just starting a business can be scary. As a new small business owner, you know that every […]

Under the right circumstances, a limited liability company (LLC) can benefit from establishing a DBA — or “doing business as” — name. But all the misinformation surrounding DBAs, how they work and when they best serve your company only presents further complications. Many companies lack the guidance to make an informed decision regarding their company’s potential return […]

Put simply, a logo is the symbol or design that identifies your business and brand. Some businesses opt to create a logo that may consist of a stylized version of the company name, like Google, eBay or Kellogg’s. Other businesses might skip using words and go with a design like the bright golden arches that […]

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There are a few key business skills that everyone needs in order to put one foot in front of the other and really become a business owner.

One of the most difficult parts of starting a business is finding the perfect name. You need to find the right balance of functionality and appeal — letting your customers know what you do with a business name that’s memorable and builds trust. You’ll also need to conduct a corporation/LLC name search with your state […]

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Traditionally, we tend to think of aspiring entrepreneurs as young professionals with decades of potential ahead of them and energy to spare. However, judging by current trends, perhaps it’s time for this outdated notion to be refreshed. According to recent estimates, nearly a quarter of new entrepreneurs fall between the age of 55 and 64. […]

There are countless reasons why you might be thinking about starting a home business, including the freedom to be your own boss, following a dream that you’ve had for years or needing the convenience it provides as you raise your children. Regardless of why you want to start a home business, there are certain things […]