Belle Wong, J.D.
Belle Wong, is a freelance writer specializing in small business, personal finance, banking, and tech/SAAS. She spends her spare moments testing out the latest productivity apps and plotting her latest novel.
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How to Choose the Right Lawyer
Finding the right lawyer for your needs may seem like an intimidating process, but, as with any other consumer transaction, doing your research is key. At one point or another, many people find themselves in a situation where they're in need of the services of a good lawyer. Whether it's handling a real estate transaction, setting up a business, or dealing with a family law issue, there are a vast number of situations where the experience and expertise of a good lawyer will be necessary.
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How to Stop Student Loan Garnishment
Facing student loan wage garnishment? There are a number of options you can pursue to stop the garnishment of your wages.
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How Are Profits Split in an LLC?
LLCs offer a great advantage in addition to ease of formation and personal protections: flexible pass-through profit distribution.
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Charitable Giving in Trusts
A charitable trust allows you to give to your favorite charity while still generating a stream of income from the donated assets.
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When Is a Promissory Note Negotiable?
Learn when a promissory note is negotiable, and how to make a promissory note non-negotiable.
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Contingent Beneficiaries in a Living Trust
You've designated a primary beneficiary for your living trust. But have you considered choosing a contingent beneficiary as well? Learn the benefits of having a contingent beneficiary for your living trust.
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Ensure Independent Contractors Keep Your Company Secrets Safe with a NDA
Thinking about working with an independent contractor who might be exposed to your trade secrets? Protect your company's confidential information with an NDA.
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What Is a Statement of Information?
What are your annual reporting requirements as a small business? Hint—they vary by state. And, yes, an annual report and a Statement of Information are two names for the same document. Know what you're responsible for producing.
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Work-at-Home Scams and How to Protect Yourself
Many of these jobs are sales schemes. Here's what to watch out for.
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Structuring Your Nonprofit: The Differences Between Incorporation and LLC
Founders of small nonprofits are increasingly turning to LLC business structures rather than incorporating. Here's why it makes sense—and how to do it.
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