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64 - Relocating Your LLC Nov 10, 2020

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Limited Liability Companies are relatively simple structures for businesses, but some elements can be confusing for new business owners. Where to incorporate your business and what to do when your company moves states are two big questions that can be difficult to suss out. This week we’re diving into all of the details you’ll want to keep in mind when considering the location of your LLC.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

How to handle your LLC if you move
What to do if you are in the military and have an LLC as a side-hustle
Why you shouldn’t register your business in a state other than your own (even if the taxes and fees are cheaper elsewhere)
When it’s best to file as a “foreign entity” and when it’s best to “domesticate” your LL

Looking for more insight on LLCs? Check out our LLC episode, or take a screenshot of this episode, add it to your Instagram Stories, tag @andreasagerlaw and let me know your question! Plus, follow our brand new IG, @legalpreneur!

This episode is sponsored by The Contract Vault:

With 90 contracts and counting, The Contract Vault is your all-access pass to industry-specific template contracts. Our contract templates are constantly being updated to reflect new changes in the law, ensuring that you and your business are fully protected.

Plus, members of The Contract Vault have access to our Members-Only Facebook Group, where each month I teach deep dives on important topics that you need to know to protect your business. Think of it as your Business Legal School.

Check out The Contract Vault here!

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The Legalpreneur Podcast is advertising/marketing material. It is not legal advice. Please consult with your attorney on these topics. Copyright Andrea Sager Law 2020

63 - Moving Forward When Your Life Plans Change Nov 05, 2020

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This week’s episode is a little late, a little different, and a little more personal.

I’m running late this week because I’ve only just had the chance to set up my podcast equipment in my new apartment, where I will be embarking on a new journey of co-parenting my two children with my husband while he and I separate. We are stepping forward as co-parents with deep mutual respect for each other, and for that I am so incredibly grateful. Our main priority now is to give our kids the best life they can receive, in a way that allows us to both to continue being a huge part of their lives.

Life transitions like this are hard. There are so many important details to keep in mind in order to make sure that you’re protecting yourself, your children, and your past partner. For example, I’ve been revisiting my estate planning documents lately to ensure that they reflect the new life I’m embarking on. If you haven’t listened to our past episode all about estate planning with Estate Planning Attorney, Ella Gentile, now is a great time to take a listen and consider what estate planning details you need to consider for your business and personal life, should the unexpected happen to you.

I’ll be back next week with more legal education, but for this week I just want to impart to you how important it is to be true to yourself and your happiness. Life changes are hard, but they’re worth it if you know it’s the right thing.

In the meantime, do you have any co-parenting tips? I’m all ears! Hit me up on Instagram @andreasagerlaw or @legalpreneur to share!

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The Legalpreneur Podcast is advertising/marketing material. It is not legal advice. Please consult with your attorney on these topics. Copyright Andrea Sager Law 2020

62 - DIY Your Trademark with The Trademark Course Oct 27, 2020

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I know what it’s like to not be able to afford your business needs, that’s why I created The Legalpreneur and this podcast - to help make business legality simpler and more affordable for small businesses. Our newest offering is The Trademark Course, an affordable alternative to hiring an attorney to handle your trademark applications. The course contains 6 bite-sized modules. We cut out all the fluff and get straight to the point.

In this course, we’ll cover:

How to conduct a thorough trademark search before applying
How to grow your brand’s value with trademarks
The timing involved when applying for a trademark
How to respond to refusals
How to enforce your trademarks
Plus - Group coaching calls and so much more!

Go to www.TheTrademarkCourse.com and use Promo Code: PODCAST for a discount! Sign up by Friday, October 30th.

Are you ready to tackle trademarks in your business? Take a screenshot of this episode, add it to your Instagram Stories, tag @andreasagerlaw and let me know! Plus, follow our brand new IG, @legalpreneur!

And don’t forget to check out The Contract Vault:

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Text ‘PODCAST’ to 832.225.3164 to enroll in our Legalpreneur text alerts! You’ll receive alerts about new episodes, exclusive giveaways, and more. It also will allow you to chat 1-on-1 with me!

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The Legalpreneur Podcast is advertising/marketing material. It is not legal advice. Please consult with your attorney on these topics. Copyright Andrea Sager Law 2020

61 - Get Confident Using Contracts with Jennifer Anne Garcia Oct 22, 2020

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Jennifer Anne Garcia, founder of Best Resumé Coach, has built a career out of helping professionals improve their resumés and social media presences. Yet, like many small business owners, she still feels awkward when presenting a contract to a client. Discussing contracts can be uncomfortable. However, reliable contracts are absolutely necessary in order to keep both you and your clients safe. Today Jennifer and I discuss how to gain the confidence to “get it in writing.”

In this episode, we’ll cover:

The differences between a contract template and a custom contract
How your stage of business can help you decide which type of contract to use
Why early stage businesses benefit from templates like the ones found in The Contract Vault
Which digital payment services are worth using, and which offer almost no protection to service businesses.

For more about Jennifer and her work, find her on LinkedIn and at www.bestresumecoach.com

What were your key takeaways? Take a screenshot of this episode, add it to your Instagram Stories, tag @andreasagerlaw and let me know! Plus, follow our brand new IG, @legalpreneur!

This episode is sponsored by The Contract Vault:

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Text ‘PODCAST’ to 832.225.3164 to enroll in our Legalpreneur text alerts! You’ll receive alerts about new episodes, exclusive giveaways, and more. It also will allow you to chat 1-on-1 with me!

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The Legalpreneur Podcast is advertising/marketing material. It is not legal advice. Please consult with your attorney on these topics. Copyright Andrea Sager Law 2020

60 - What to Do When a Client Doesn’t Pay Oct 20, 2020

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Non-payment: It’s one of the most common challenges that small business owners face. The circumstances of each non-paying client are unique, and it can be hard to decide how to best handle the situation. However, there are some tried and true tactics that will absolutely help in your quest to recoup your earnings. Stick around for my best advice on what to do when a client doesn’t pay.

In this episode we’ll cover:

Why a rock solid contract is key in keeping you protected from non-payment
The necessity of clear communication with non-paying clients and companies
When to send a cease and desist letter
Small Claims court and when to consider it as an option
One key thing that you DON’T want to when seeking payment from a delinquent client

What has helped you in dealing with non-paying clients? Take a screenshot of this episode, add it to your Instagram Stories, tag @andreasagerlaw and let me know! Plus, follow our brand new IG, @legalpreneur!

This episode is sponsored by The Contract Vault:

Check out The Contract Vault here!

Text ‘PODCAST’ to 832.225.3164 to enroll in our Legalpreneur text alerts! You’ll receive alerts about new episodes, exclusive giveaways, and more. It also will allow you to chat 1-on-1 with me!

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The Legalpreneur Podcast is advertising/marketing material. It is not legal advice. Please consult with your attorney on these topics. Copyright Andrea Sager Law 2020

59 - What Actually Happens When You Get Sued with Tiffany Carter Oct 15, 2020

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Tiffany Carter’s entrepreneurial career has been incredible, but definitely not without its bumps. Tiffany, the President of TLC Enterprises and Founder of Project Me with Tiffany Carter, experienced an exhausting 10-year long lawsuit, with legal fees that totaled one million dollars! ...Even though she had done nothing wrong. Today, Tiffany graciously shares her story of what it’s like to go through a lawsuit, and how early preventative measures are key to protecting your business against similar issues.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

Rules and regulations to keep in mind when creating advertising for highly regulated industries
The importance of business insurance for service providers and content creators
Reasons why you can be sued for anything - even if you’ve done nothing wrong!
How simple contracts could have completely saved Tiffany from her expensive 10-year lawsuit ordeal

Are you in need of business insurance to protect your business financially? I highly recommend Hiscox! Follow this link to learn more.

Tiffany is also offering an EXCELLENT online training on the Five Essentials of Entrepreurship at www.projectmewithtiffany.com/fiveessentials

Also, I recently had the pleasure of being on Tiffany’s podcast. Check out that interview here!

What were your key takeaways? Take a screenshot of this episode, add it to your Instagram Stories, tag @andreasagerlaw and @projectmewithtiffany let us know! Plus, follow our brand new IG, @legalpreneur!

This episode is sponsored by The Contract Vault:

Check out The Contract Vault here!

Text ‘PODCAST’ to 832.225.3164 to enroll in our Legalpreneur text alerts! You’ll receive alerts about new episodes, exclusive giveaways, and more. It also will allow you to chat 1-on-1 with me!

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Disclaimer:
The Legalpreneur Podcast is advertising/marketing material. It is not legal advice. Please consult with your attorney on these topics. Copyright Andrea Sager Law 2020

58 - Enforcing Your Trademark Online Oct 13, 2020

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Trademarks are worth a lot more than the piece of paper that they’re written on. In the age of the Internet, it is much more cost effective to enforce your trademark than it used to be. Many of the most effective ways to enforce your trademark can be done without a lawyer! Today I’ll cover the various methods available to petition websites and services to protect your trademark online.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

How to search for domain hosts and petition them to take down infringing material
How to search social media platforms for infringement, and how to handle it
The added benefits of signing up for my FREE trademark training coming up on www.thetrademarkcourse.com

Have you ever enforced your trademark? Take a screenshot of this episode, add it to your Instagram Stories, tag @andreasagerlaw and let me know! Plus, follow our brand new IG, @legalpreneur!

This episode is sponsored by The Contract Vault:

Check out The Contract Vault here!

Text ‘PODCAST’ to 832.225.3164 to enroll in our Legalpreneur text alerts! You’ll receive alerts about new episodes, exclusive giveaways, and more. It also will allow you to chat 1-on-1 with me!

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Disclaimer:
The Legalpreneur Podcast is advertising/marketing material. It is not legal advice. Please consult with your attorney on these topics. Copyright Andrea Sager Law 2020

57 - The Importance of Thorough Accounting with Entrepreneur Heather Kelly Oct 08, 2020

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Heather Kelly, founder of Heather’s Choice, has had a wild ride as an entrepreneur. The unexpected hockey stick growth of her dehydrated food company came with both blessings and challenges. As her company grew, Heather began struggling to keep up with her accounting books. Only then did she come to realize the massive effect that thorough accounting has on both long and short term business goals.

Accounting has been key in managing the growth of a manufacturing business like Heather’s Choice, and the work has paid off! Heather’s Choice can now be found in stories like REI and Sportsman’s Warehouse.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

The traps in Accounting issues and how to tackle them
How detailed accounting can help you scale your business
The value of accounting done right, trademarking, and investments
Creating a job vs building a business
Working with your romantic partner as a business partner

What were your key takeaways? Take a screenshot of this episode, add it to your Instagram Stories, tag @andreasagerlaw and @heathertheresakelly let me know! Plus, follow our brand new IG, @legalpreneur!

This episode is sponsored by The Contract Vault:

Check out The Contract Vault here!

Text ‘PODCAST’ to 832.225.3164 to enroll in our Legalpreneur text alerts! You’ll receive alerts about new episodes, exclusive giveaways, and more. It also will allow you to chat 1-on-1 with me!

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Disclaimer:
The Legalpreneur Podcast is advertising/marketing material. It is not legal advice. Please consult with your attorney on these topics. Copyright Andrea Sager Law 2020

56 - The Registered Agent - An Essential Role in any Business Oct 06, 2020

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The Registered Agent plays a key role in any business. Whether answering government notices or accepting legal processes, the registered agent is responsible for key functions that are necessary to keep your business in working order. Today I’ll go over the role of the registered agent, their responsibilities, and what to consider if you are a small business owner who plans to act as your own Registered Agent (which is totally doable!)

In this episode, we’ll cover:

The legal requirements for any person or entity acting as a Registered Agent
What to know if you plan to act as your own agent
The importance of carefully selecting the address of your agent

What is your plan for your business? Take a screenshot of this episode, add it to your Instagram Stories, tag @andreasagerlaw and let me know! Plus, follow our brand new IG, @legalpreneur!

This episode is sponsored by The Contract Vault:

Check out The Contract Vault here!

Text ‘PODCAST’ to 832.225.3164 to enroll in our Legalpreneur text alerts! You’ll receive alerts about new episodes, exclusive giveaways, and more. It also will allow you to chat 1-on-1 with me!

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Disclaimer:
The Legalpreneur Podcast is advertising/marketing material. It is not legal advice. Please consult with your attorney on these topics. Copyright Andrea Sager Law 2020

55 - How to Know When You’re Eligible to File for a Trademark Sep 29, 2020

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The ins and outs of trademark filings can be a little confusing if you’re new to business. In fact, you might not even know if your business name is eligible for a trademark in the first place. Today, I’m laying out the two key factors that are required in order to pursue a trademark filing, as well as what you can do to protect your intended trademark even if you aren’t yet eligible.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

Why you must currently be using your business name in commerce before filing for a trademark
Interstate commerce and its role in trademark eligibility
How to use an ‘Intent to Use’ application if you don’t yet meet trademark eligibility requirements

Interested in pursuing a trademark, but you’re on a budget? Join my new DIY trademark course! This course isn’t just a quick step-by-step. This deep and comprehensive course will walk you through the entire trademark process. The course will debut in October. Go to www.thetrademarkcourse.com to join the waitlist. By joining the waitlist you’ll receive early access and a discount when the course is ready!

Where are you on your trademark journey? Take a screenshot of this episode, add it to your Instagram Stories, tag @andreasagerlaw and let me know! Plus, follow our brand new IG, @legalpreneur!

This episode is sponsored by The Contract Vault:

Check out The Contract Vault here!

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