During the last couple months, I have had a surge of business purchases or sales. I thought this would be a good time to share some basic observations about the tax implications of buying or selling a business. The video below will provide you with […]
Starting a New Business in the New Year
The New Year is a great time for new beginnings, like starting a new business!
What Motivates a Shark?
Kevin O’Leary, one of the investor-stars of Shark Tank, gave an interview recently. He was asked what motivates entrepreneurs to do what they do. Many people may not realize, but all of the Sharks on the TV show are real investors who have built and […]
The Green Wave is Coming
Hi, folks. Many business publications have written articles in the last few years about how the Baby Boomer Generation is approaching retirement age. While many people may be sick of hearing about the Boomers, many of them are business owners who have to start thinking […]
Just filmed a new YouTube Channel Trailer with JVR Productions
Hi, folks. I just had a film shoot with JVR Productions and will have some new content to share in the near future. Here is a link to my new YouTube channel trailer. Please subscribe for weekly business tips on topics ranging from employment law […]
Understanding the Basics of Copyright
I received a phone call from a lady today who thought she might have a claim against Nicki Minaj for the song “Barbie Dreams”, because she thought of the idea of a singer as a Barbie Doll before the song ever came out. So, does […]
Too Much Retail Space Means Opportunity for Small Business Owners
I saw an interesting article that talks about how e-commerce (especially Amazon) has taken away so much business from traditional retail stores that there are bargains to be found right now for business owners. The US has 5 times as much retail space per person […]
ARC Run 2018 – A Great Family Event
Hi, folks! I wanted to let you know that the ARC of Onondaga Dunkin Run 2018 will be coming up soon, on the Saturday after Labor Day at Long Branch Park. This is a great event for the whole community – serious runners can enter […]
Obtaining a Trademark Can Be a Challenge Sometimes
I recently finished up a trademark application for a client who manufactures security equipment in a foreign country. From the time of the original application, until it passed the 30 day “publication period” for anyone to come forward to oppose the registration of this trademark, […]
Being Grateful is Essential for a Successful Business – and a Happier Life!
Why are we in business? Why do we do what we do? Yes, we go to work each day to put food on the table, pay our bills and plan for the future, but isn’t there something more to life than that? It turns out […]