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What is a Social Enterprise?

Up and Running

it is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit, but because of its dedication to sustainability, it is now working with local communities to form separate stove manufacturing factories in their countries. For-Profit Entities: L3Cs, or Low-Profit Limited Liability Company. Here in the U.S. that social enterprises can take.

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Vlad Rigenco’s Tips for Launching a Successful Startup

The Startup Magazine

Startup companies need to be based around an innovative idea. It is likely that you already have an idea for your small business, but if you don’t, it is wise to look into the market needs in your community and in the world at large. Research Well. Many people make the mistake of neglecting to do enough research in their chosen field.

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Effective Tips to Start Your Own Rubber Stamp Business

The Startup Magazine

You may opt for a sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, or limited liability company. Use Social Media to Marketing Your Company and Build an Online Community for Your Customers. The first step in planning your rubber stamp business is to figure out what kind of structure you need.

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Key Strategies for Starting a New Business After Bankruptcy

Up and Running

In most cases, the owner is a sole proprietor or partner in a failed partnership or signed on behalf of a limited liability company or corporate entity. So, you should create a separate entity for your new business, such as a corporation or a limited liability company. But beware!

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What is an L3C?

Up and Running

In recent years, socially-minded entrepreneurs have begun testing a new type of business entity: the L3C, or Low Profit Limited Liability Corporation. A low-profit limited liability company, or an L3C, is a legal structure (a variation on a limited liability company or LLC) that is relatively new to the United States.

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Think ahead when raising your early investments

Berkonomics

Sooner or later you may need to seek venture capital and accommodate the needs of the venture community in negotiating the terms of an investment. First, VC’s in general cannot invest in ‘S’ corporations or limited liability companies (LLC’s). What VC’s can and cannot do.

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8 Reasons To Incorporate Your New Company Early

Startup Professionals Musings

It’s very easy and inexpensive to set up online a Limited Liability Company (LLC) for the startup, which will allow you to track business costs, cash and taxes correctly -- no matter what happens. Liability for initial setbacks or lawsuits needs to business versus personal.