Q: What’s a Multi-Member LLC?
A multi-member LLC is a limited liability company with two or more members. Married couples, family businesses, and businesses with multiple owners often form this unique type of LLC.
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Q: What’s a C Corp?
Startups typically form C corps, along with other companies that need to raise capital, plan to go public, or eventually get sold. Learn more about the pros and cons of this unique business structure.
Q: What Are the 4 Types of Business Partnerships?
Why would you form an LLC partnership over, say, a limited partnership? Let’s dive into how these four business structures work and the pros and cons of each.
Q: What Does Compensation Mean?
An employee’s total compensation is everything they earn while working at your business. Learn what goes into a competitive comp package with this overview.
Q: What’s the Difference Between a Part-Time and Full-Time Employee?
Brush up on the differences between part-time and full-time employees, along with your requirements as an employer.
Q: Can I Ask a Job Candidate About Their Criminal History?
If your business is located in a "ban-the-box" state, then probably not. Use this map to find your state's ban-the-box status.
Q: How Do I Fill Out Form SS-8?
Here's a step-by-step guide on filling out form SS-8 to ensure you don't misclassify your employees when reporting to the IRS.
Q: Can Independent Contractors and Self-Employed People Apply for the Paycheck Protection Program?
As of April 10, independent contractors who receive 1099-MISC forms, sole proprietors, and self-employed individuals are eligible to apply for PPP loans.
Q: What Is an SBA Express Loan and How Do I Apply?
The SBA Express Loan is one of the options under the SBA's 7(a) loan program. It offers up to $350,00 and an expedited approval time of just 36 hours.
Q: Can I Use Retirement Funds to Help Me During COVID-19?
While the CARES Act removes the 10% penalty of early withdrawal, taking money out of retirement accounts early has an opportunity cost.
Q: Do Health Insurance Plans Cover COVID-19 Testing?
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) generally requires insurers to provide you with testing for or related to COVID-19 without paying out of pocket expenses.
Q: Where Can I Find My State’s COVID-19 Employer Resource Website?
We’ve shared general guidance on what employers should know about COVID-19, but the truth is that this pandemic hits home...
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