Working for Yourself: Law and Taxes
When you start your own company, you want to be aware of any tax codes and legal issues that may affect your
business.
Many businesses hire accountants and attorneys, and it is a good idea to delegate these jobs to
professionals. That said, it does not hurt to have a basic understanding of these business aspects yourself -
since they affect your business.
Yes, you can hire an accountant and an attorney to handle these matters, but it's a good idea to know that
basics. Understanding the basics can also save you some money.
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having to hire a legal professional. This guide is a handy resource to have when starting a business, but
also to have on hand thereafter.
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Product Description
 As a small business owner, you need to know about
laws and taxes that you wouldn't necessarily need to be aware of. This guide gives you all of the
information you need. Author Stephen Fishman shows you:
- How to meet requirements for a business start-up
- Selecting a structure for your business
- How to organize a home or outside office
- Instructions on getting permits and licenses
- Guidelines on pricing your products and services
- All about IRS rules
- Establishing sound business relationships
- How to draft good agreements and keep accurate records
- Secrets to getting paid in full and on time and lots more
List of Forms
- Asset Log
- Expense Journal
- Income Journal
- Invoice
- General Independent Contractor Agreement
- Contract Amendment
- Nondisclosure Agreement
 Working for Yourself: Law & Taxes
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