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Starting or expanding a business often requires owners to contribute money, property or other valuable resources. These investments, known as capital contributions, can influence ownership interests, financial responsibilities and future decision-making authority as...
Your company's intellectual property may have value beyond the products or services you currently sell or otherwise offer. A trademark, copyrighted work, patented invention, proprietary technology or other protected asset could potentially generate revenue through...
Drafting a will gives a person peace of mind. They know there are instructions for the distribution of their property and potentially protections in place for their loved ones. They can feel confident about leaving a positive legacy when they pass. Unfortunately, some...
Business succession planning often raises a difficult question: Who should own a particular company when its current owners are ready to step away? Selling to a competitor or private buyer is not the only possibility. For some closely held businesses, an employee...
A company's domain name may be one of its most valuable digital assets. Customers may use it to find the business, purchase products, communicate with employees and confirm that they are dealing with a legitimate organization. When someone compromises the integrity of...
Access to financing can help a small business launch, expand or overcome temporary cash-flow challenges. However, not every loan is appropriate for every business. Choosing the right type of financing requires more than comparing interest rates. Business owners should...
Restaurants, bars, breweries, wineries, tasting rooms and certain retail establishments generally cannot lawfully sell or serve alcoholic beverages without proper authorization. For many Oregon businesses, obtaining an appropriate liquor license is a necessary step...
Crowdfunding can provide an alternative source of funding for businesses seeking capital to launch or expand operations. Instead of relying on a single investor, businesses raise smaller amounts from many individuals through a qualifying investment offering. However,...
Business owners invest significant time and money into helping their companies grow. Whether it’s developing new products, marketing campaigns, software or proprietary processes, intellectual property (IP) provides a competitive edge vital to business success. But...
Starting a business is a major undertaking, so it’s critical that you make decisions that will build the foundation for your company. One thing that you have to decide is what business structure you’re going to use for your company. While some new business owners turn...