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Proper Planning for Starting a Business Creating a Solid Business Plan

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Summary
In this conversation, the hosts discuss the process of starting a business and the importance of proper planning. They emphasize the need to avoid using platforms like LegalZoom and instead go directly to the state government website to create an LLC. They also highlight the importance of having a business address, phone number, and email, as well as getting a logo and website set up. The hosts stress the significance of getting an EIN and a DUNS number, and they provide tips on choosing a business name and a registered agent. They also mention the importance of listing the business on platforms like 411 and Yelp. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the importance of operating a business as a separate entity and the need to separate personal and business finances. They emphasize the importance of consulting with a tax professional to ensure proper structuring of funds and explain the process of obtaining an LLC and EIN. They also discuss the need for multiple business bank accounts and the different purposes they serve. The hosts provide insights on building and improving credit, including strategies for increasing credit limits and removing derogatory marks. They stress the importance of money management skills and having a solid business plan in place before seeking funding. They also touch on the role of mentors and the importance of seeking professional advice in areas such as taxes and legal matters. The conversation concludes with a reminder that every business faces challenges and the importance of continuous learning and improvement.
Keywords
starting a business, LLC, LegalZoom, business address, business phone number, business email, logo, website, EIN, DUNS number, registered agent, 411, Yelp, business operations, business funding, LLC formation, EIN, tax professional, business bank accounts, credit building, money management, business plan, mentors, professional advice
Takeaways
Avoid using platforms like LegalZoom and go directly to the state government website to create an LLC
Have a business address, phone number, and email, and get a logo and website set up
Obtain an EIN and a DUNS number
Choose a business name that is not a dead giveaway of the industry
List the business on platforms like 411 and Yelp Operating a business as a separate entity is crucial for financial and legal protection.
Consulting with a tax professional is essential for proper structuring of funds and understanding tax obligations.
Obtaining an LLC and EIN are important steps in formalizing a business.
Having multiple business bank accounts for different purposes is recommended.
Building and improving credit is crucial for accessing business funding.
Money management skills are essential for successfully managing business finances.
Having a solid business plan in place is crucial before seeking funding.
Mentors and professional advice can provide valuable guidance and help avoid common mistakes.
Continuous learning and improvement are necessary for business success.
Chapters
00:00 Proper Planning and Avoiding LegalZoom
08:53 The Importance of a Business Address, Phone Number, and Email
18:06 Getting an EIN and a DUNS Number
19:36 Choosing a Business Name and Registered Agent
23:53 Listing the Business on Platforms like 411 and Yelp
31:06 Operating a Business as a Separate Entity
36:15 Strategies for Building and Improving Credit
46:30 Mastering Money Management Skills
49:54 Creating a Solid Business Plan
55:13 Continuous Learning and Improvement for Business Success

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Chapters

1. intro (00:00:00)

2. The Importance of a Business Address, Phone Number, and Email (08:53:00)

3. Getting an EIN and a DUNS Number (18:06:00)

4. Choosing a Business Name and Registered Agent (19:36:00)

5. Listing the Business on Platforms like 411 and Yelp (23:53:00)

6. Operating a Business as a Separate Entity (07:06:00)

7. Strategies for Building and Improving Credit (12:15:00)

26 episodes

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Summary
In this conversation, the hosts discuss the process of starting a business and the importance of proper planning. They emphasize the need to avoid using platforms like LegalZoom and instead go directly to the state government website to create an LLC. They also highlight the importance of having a business address, phone number, and email, as well as getting a logo and website set up. The hosts stress the significance of getting an EIN and a DUNS number, and they provide tips on choosing a business name and a registered agent. They also mention the importance of listing the business on platforms like 411 and Yelp. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the importance of operating a business as a separate entity and the need to separate personal and business finances. They emphasize the importance of consulting with a tax professional to ensure proper structuring of funds and explain the process of obtaining an LLC and EIN. They also discuss the need for multiple business bank accounts and the different purposes they serve. The hosts provide insights on building and improving credit, including strategies for increasing credit limits and removing derogatory marks. They stress the importance of money management skills and having a solid business plan in place before seeking funding. They also touch on the role of mentors and the importance of seeking professional advice in areas such as taxes and legal matters. The conversation concludes with a reminder that every business faces challenges and the importance of continuous learning and improvement.
Keywords
starting a business, LLC, LegalZoom, business address, business phone number, business email, logo, website, EIN, DUNS number, registered agent, 411, Yelp, business operations, business funding, LLC formation, EIN, tax professional, business bank accounts, credit building, money management, business plan, mentors, professional advice
Takeaways
Avoid using platforms like LegalZoom and go directly to the state government website to create an LLC
Have a business address, phone number, and email, and get a logo and website set up
Obtain an EIN and a DUNS number
Choose a business name that is not a dead giveaway of the industry
List the business on platforms like 411 and Yelp Operating a business as a separate entity is crucial for financial and legal protection.
Consulting with a tax professional is essential for proper structuring of funds and understanding tax obligations.
Obtaining an LLC and EIN are important steps in formalizing a business.
Having multiple business bank accounts for different purposes is recommended.
Building and improving credit is crucial for accessing business funding.
Money management skills are essential for successfully managing business finances.
Having a solid business plan in place is crucial before seeking funding.
Mentors and professional advice can provide valuable guidance and help avoid common mistakes.
Continuous learning and improvement are necessary for business success.
Chapters
00:00 Proper Planning and Avoiding LegalZoom
08:53 The Importance of a Business Address, Phone Number, and Email
18:06 Getting an EIN and a DUNS Number
19:36 Choosing a Business Name and Registered Agent
23:53 Listing the Business on Platforms like 411 and Yelp
31:06 Operating a Business as a Separate Entity
36:15 Strategies for Building and Improving Credit
46:30 Mastering Money Management Skills
49:54 Creating a Solid Business Plan
55:13 Continuous Learning and Improvement for Business Success

  continue reading

Chapters

1. intro (00:00:00)

2. The Importance of a Business Address, Phone Number, and Email (08:53:00)

3. Getting an EIN and a DUNS Number (18:06:00)

4. Choosing a Business Name and Registered Agent (19:36:00)

5. Listing the Business on Platforms like 411 and Yelp (23:53:00)

6. Operating a Business as a Separate Entity (07:06:00)

7. Strategies for Building and Improving Credit (12:15:00)

26 episodes

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