Why Use a Trademark
Trademarks (including service marks) are words, phrases, symbols, or designs that identify and distinguish goods and services. An effective trademark can be a powerful tool for a business owner. It enables the business owner to protect her business’s valuable intellectual property from competitors. It can also be a source of added value for the business in the event of expansion or sale....Read More
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Starting A New Business: First Steps
BY MARK A. WILLIAMS This is the second in a series of articles addressing issues confronted by entrepreneurs starting a new business. This article will focus on what steps to take once you know what type of business you want to start. You know your business, but now you are confronted with many decisions that will determine whether your business is a success or failure. The following are just...Read More
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Starting A New Business: Should I Buy A Franchise?
BY MARK A. WILLIAMS This is the first in a series of articles addressing strategies for entrepreneurs starting a new business. This article will focus on a type of “pre-made business” known as a franchise. when you purchase a franchise, you buy a mentor, a business system and a business partner. The franchisor provides you with a pre-built business. If you are looking for creative...Read More
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The Mini Private Foundation
BY MARY E VANDENACK The long standing recommendation for feasibility of forming a private foundation is that a donor be ready and willing to donate three to five million dollars to the foundation. Early in my career, I accepted that recommendation. The basis for the suggestion related to the complications of a private foundation as compared to alternate forms of making donations such as an...Read More
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