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how-to-guide Jul 18, 2026

How to Form an LLC in Connecticut: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to form an LLC in Connecticut, step by step: name search, registered agent, Certificate of Organization, operating agreement, EIN, taxes, and annual reports.

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how-to-guide Jul 18, 2026

How to Start a C Corp in Connecticut: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to start a C corp in Connecticut, step by step: name search, certificate of incorporation, bylaws, stock issuance, EIN, tax registration, and annual reports.

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how-to-guide Jul 18, 2026

S-Corp vs Sole Prop vs LLC vs C-Corp: Which Business Structure Fits?

S-corp vs sole proprietorship vs LLC vs C-corp: a plain-English comparison of liability protection, taxation, paperwork, and investor-readiness for owners.

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how-to-guide Jul 01, 2026

Letter of Intent to Buy a Business: What to Include and Why It Matters

What goes in a letter of intent to buy a business, which terms are binding, and how to protect yourself. A practical guide for buyers and sellers.

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how-to-guide Jun 19, 2026

S Corp vs. LLC: Which Is Right for Your Business?

S corp vs LLC -- what is the difference, which saves more on taxes, and how to choose the right structure for your business. A plain-language guide.

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how-to-guide May 03, 2026

10 Legal Mistakes That Kill Startups (And How to Avoid Them)

The 10 most common legal mistakes startups make -- from skipping founder agreements to ignoring IP assignment. What to fix before it costs you the company.

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how-to-guide May 02, 2026

How to Buy a Business: A Legal Guide for First-Time Buyers

How to buy a business from start to finish -- due diligence, deal structure, contracts, financing, and the legal mistakes that kill deals. A guide for first-time buyers.

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how-to-guide May 02, 2026

Data Privacy Compliance in 2026: What AI and SaaS Companies Must Do Now

Data privacy compliance requirements for AI and SaaS companies in 2026 -- CTDPA, GDPR, CCPA, and new AI-specific obligations. A practical compliance checklist.

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how-to-guide May 02, 2026

What a Contract Dispute Lawyer Does (And When You Need One)

What a contract dispute lawyer handles, when to hire one, what the process looks like, and how much it costs. A practical guide for business owners facing a breach.

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