There are basic steps that need to be taken when trying to get a business off the ground. We suspect that is something that any would-be entrepreneur in Dallas can appreciate. You need a great idea, of course. You also need solid planning that takes all potential...
Ah, the days of childhood when you could set up a crayon drawn sign on a corner, wheel out a wagon and start selling lemonade to passersby. You still may see some of these pop up businesses around Dallas on a hot summer day, but they are fewer and farther between than...
If you are thinking about forming your own business, you are likely concerned about three primary issues. First, you are likely concerned about the financial investment necessary to get your business off the ground. Second, you are likely concerned with numerous...
When forming a business, it is important to be forward-thinking. It can be difficult to embrace this mindset at times, given that setting up a business often requires you to be very focused on the present moment. But as you sift through all the legal paperwork, the...
Congratulations on deciding to start a business in the state of Texas. Owning your own business can be one of the most rewarding experiences life has to offer, and many people never look back after finding out what it is like to be their own boss. The next step is...
Startups are a vital part of the economy in Dallas and the country as a whole. In 2009, however, there was a steep decline in the number of new startups in the U.S. Mostly attributed to the Great Recession, which began in 2007, the drop was likely a sign that fewer...
If you are a business owner or you are contemplating the process of starting your own business, you likely have some familiarity with contracts. As you are likely aware, contracts are meant to be legally binding documents. As a result, it is vitally important that...
Running a family business can be a uniquely rewarding experience. Sharing in the everyday triumphs and challenges of business operations with loved ones can deepen family bonds and create invaluable memories. In addition, it can be comforting to know that you have a...
When a couple that owns a business together decides to dissolve their marriage, they face a difficult decision over whether their business should be dissolved as well. The good news is that business owners facing marriage and business dissolution have several options,...
If you are either forming your own business or if you already have an established business, you may have questions about employee privacy. A few weeks ago, we posted a blog discussion about whether it is advisable to use a personal email address for business purposes....
