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Can I register my business with a PO box address?

Can I register my business with a PO box address?

When starting a business, you have a lot of decisions to make, from naming your company to hiring your first employee. Before that, you have to list an address on your business’s incorporation documents, and states require this to be a physical address.

By Joanna Heep

July 7, 2021

Does having a prestigious address help your business?

Does having a prestigious address help your business?

Sometimes, where you do business can be just as important as what you’re doing. Much like how the location of a home in an exclusive neighborhood can help it sell, businesses can benefit from an office in the right spot. 

By Sara Yonker

June 28, 2021

Productivity Tips While Working From Home

Productivity Tips While Working From Home

Many of us are working from home these days and have been for quite some time. As the outlook for remote work looks like it will last for a while, we wanted to examine best-practices for staying productive under these conditions.

By Gwen Murray

January 6, 2021

What Business Structure Should I Choose?

What Business Structure Should I Choose?

Launching a new business is exciting, but there are many details to review before you start transacting.

By Gwen Murray

December 23, 2020

Knowing the Costs of Starting a Business

Knowing the Costs of Starting a Business

Starting a new business is not for the faint of heart. To navigate the process effectively, you must be ready to face many questions, challenges, and risks

By Andrew Luxem

December 11, 2020

What Address Should I Use for My LLC?

What Address Should I Use for My LLC?

In the United States, as in most countries, when registering a business, you will need to provide a business address. Whether you decide to establish your business as a sole proprietorship, a c-corporation, or an LLC, you'll need to decide

By Jake Norrie

November 6, 2020

Why Freelancers Should Consider A Virtual Mailbox

Why Freelancers Should Consider A Virtual Mailbox

In the past few years, the number of people choosing the freelance lifestyle has steadily increased. In fact, Website Planet reported that 35% of Americans were freelancing in 2019, compared to 7% in 2013. Projections suggest that this number will  

By Jake Norrie

October 28, 2020

Registering Your Business: A Guide for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs

Registering Your Business: A Guide for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs

When starting a business, there are a lot of questions to answer. Especially if you are a first-time entrepreneur, you may have never thought about many of the things you'll need in order to get your business off the ground. 

By Sarah Cantu

October 25, 2020

The Future of Remote Work, after COVID-19 Pandemic

The Future of Remote Work, after COVID-19 Pandemic

If you jump into a discussion about the future of remote work after COVID-19, someone is sure to say, The cat’s out of the bag.

By Laurie Ersch

June 26, 2020

How to Run a Business Without an Office – Small Business Guide

How to Run a Business Without an Office – Small Business Guide

In the time of COVID-19, small businesses all over the world are getting a crash course in how to operate remotely. Companies that already used a distributed workforce are patting themselves on the back for their foresight.

By Laurie Ersch

May 15, 2020

6 Solutions to Make Your Business More Efficient and Effective

6 Solutions to Make Your Business More Efficient and Effective

Every time you turn around, there’s a new productivity app doing the rounds as the number one thing you need to revolutionize your business. And we’ll be honest, there are lots of great ones out there.

By Gwen Murray

April 15, 2020

6 Communication Best Practices for Your Remote Team

6 Communication Best Practices for Your Remote Team

If you lead a remote team or manage some of the 4 million remote employees in the U.S., you’ve already noticed the heightened importance of communication. After all, remote teams forgo more immediate opportunities for collaboration, important

By Gwen Murray

March 18, 2020

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