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Startup founders have a host of issues to work out throughout the life of their startup. In the early days, when the budget is tight, one of the first questions they may ask is, “what are common legal expenses for startups?” The answer to this question will vary.

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With the rise of DIY legal services, many entrepreneurs and small business owners may find themselves pondering the following questions, “should I incorporate myself or use a lawyer?” or “Should I hire a lawyer for opening up a small business?” If you find yourself asking these questions, you should consider a few things before making a decision.

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To the surprise of many entrepreneurs and small business owners, you can’t just go out and start doing business wherever you want. You have to register your business, follow labor laws, and obey local licensing requirements. If your business is expanding into other states, mazel tov, your company is growing! Now for the bad part, things just got a whole lot more complicated. Instead of trying to comply with one state’s laws, now you have to figure out the laws of other states as well. But what exactly does this mean for your business? Do you have to comply with the laws of every state you are in? In this blog, we’ll discuss how you protect your company if you do business in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut (the “Tri-state area”).

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The cost to start an LLC will largely depend on the state of formation. Here are examples of some of (not all) the costs associated with an LLC in several popular states:

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Capital for your startup typically comes from one of three places: self-funding, debt financing, or equity financing. If you’ve chosen to raise capital through equity financing that means you are most likely relying on investors. Money is never free; even Uncle Sam gets his share if you win the lottery. Investors expect a certain amount of return and/or equity in your company when they invest. Yet, you still need to protect your interests and not give away the farm. Protecting your stake in your startup requires clear and formal documentation to solidify any agreement you make with investors.

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If you’re like the hundreds of thousands of businesses who received an SBA loan under the Paycheck Protection Program, you’re likely wondering what comes next? Like you, many business owners are facing a new challenge; employees are refusing to come back to work upon reopening.

Whatever the reason may be, an employee refusing to come back to work could have an impact on your PPP loan forgiveness. Thus, it’s a problem that needs solving.

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