Services
Business Start-Ups
Whether you're starting from scratch, buying an existing business, or investing in a franchise, we help you choose the right legal structure and get your finances set up correctly from day one.
Choosing your structure
The right legal form for how you'll own and run the business.
Sole Proprietorship
You own and control the business, reap the profits, and take the losses. The fastest, most economical way to start.
Partnership
Multiple owners share capital, knowledge, and risk — and are personally liable for the partnership's debts.
Limited Partnership
General partners carry full liability; limited partners are only liable up to their investment.
Registered LLP
Available to New York professionals since 1994, offering liability protection for individual negligence.
LLC
Combines partnership flexibility with corporate liability protection, avoiding double taxation.
Corporation / S-Corp
A separate legal entity; S-Corp status allows pass-through taxation to avoid corporate double-taxation.
Staying on top of it
Ongoing obligations once you're up and running.
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Cash flow forecastingMonthly projections over 12-month periods, careful accounts-receivable monitoring, and adequate cash reserves.
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Self-employment taxesFile an annual return if net self-employment earnings are $400 or more, plus quarterly estimated payments.
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Quarterly payment datesApril 15, June 15, September 15, and January 15 (with a prior-year filing exception).
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Retirement planningIRAs, Roth IRAs, 401(k)s, SEP plans, and SIMPLE IRA plans to build tax-deferred savings.
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State & local taxesState income tax rates vary, and New York City has its own specific requirements for residents.
Starting a business?
Book a free 15-minute discovery call and we'll help you set it up the right way.