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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.
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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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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.
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Q: What’s the Minimum Wage in My City and State? A 2021 Guide
What are the 2021 minimum wage rates? This guide on the minimum wage by state and city will help you understand how much to pay employees in 2021.
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Q: What Are the Different Types of Payroll Deductions?
Payroll deductions are money taken from an employee’s paycheck to pay for taxes, benefits, or other financial obligations (like wage...
Q: A Simple Explanation of Health Insurance
Health insurance is a vehicle that allows your employees to share their medical, surgical, and prescription drug costs with an...
Q: How Do Employer Health Insurance Contributions Work?
Employer contributions help spread out the cost of health insurance between employees and employers so it’s easier for both sides to handle. Learn more about how employer health insurance works and what percentage employers have to pay.
Q: What Is a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)?
A high deductible health plan (HDHP) is a health insurance plan that offers lower premiums but higher deductibles than more traditional plans. It’s also the type of plan you need to have if you want to be able to contribute money to an HSA.
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