Category Startups

Failing to Follow OSHA Procedures Can Be Costly

No matter how many training sessions or precautions an employer might take, employee accidents and injuries are bound to happen. Most employers are necessarily familiar with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), a law that sets forth minimum safety standards employers must ensure in their workspaces. Creating an OSHA-compliant workspace... Read More

Choosing to Operate as an LLC: What Next?

Congratulations on choosing to operate your business as a limited liability company. Limited liability companies offer the liability protection of a corporation and the tax benefits of a partnership, which make them a great choice. Deciding what form of entity you will be operating under is a huge step; however, there are now many things you need... Read More

Making that Side-Hustle Legit: Important Considerations for a Home-Based Business

More and more people are beginning to make a business of a side-hustle or side gig for a variety of reasons. Whether it’s selling handmade goods on Etsy, renting a room on Airbnb, craigslist arbitrage, or any other creative way to make some additional cash; there are some important legal considerations that you should be thinking about as you... Read More

Angel Investor Tax Credit - Qualifying Business Application Released

On January 25, 2017, the Iowa Economic Development Authority released the qualifying business application for the Angel Investor Tax Credit. The investor eligibility application was released previously. Businesses that conducted qualifying capital raises during 2016 can seek certification so their investors can claim the tax credit. Both the... Read More