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Protect your business from day one. We break down legal essentials for women of color entrepreneurs — from registering your business and protecting your brand name to creating contracts and staying compliant. Our plain-language guides help you safeguard your hard work without getting lost in legal jargon.


Understanding Business Insurance
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Understanding Business Insurance

A clear, beginner-friendly breakdown of business insurance: what it is, why it matters, how to choose the right coverage, what it costs, and how to avoid losing opportunities because you’re uninsured. This guide gives women of color founders the infrastructure knowledge they’ve never been taught.
By Khila James • 4 min read
EIN Numbers Explained: What They Are, Who Needs One, and How to Get Yours
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EIN Numbers Explained: What They Are, Who Needs One, and How to Get Yours

Your EIN is the foundation of your business’s legitimacy — and it’s free to get. Here’s why it matters, who needs it, and how to apply in under 10 minutes.
By Khila James • 2 min read
Common Legal Mistakes Founders Make (and How to Fix Them for Good)
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Common Legal Mistakes Founders Make (and How to Fix Them for Good)

Below are six legal mistakes that quietly cost founders thousands — and the exact steps and tools to fix them before they spiral.
By Khila James • 4 min read
Common Legal Mistakes Founders Make (and How to Avoid Them)
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Common Legal Mistakes Founders Make (and How to Avoid Them)

Here are three of the most common legal mistakes new business owners make (and how you can fix them this week).
By Khila James • 2 min read
Quick Guide: Sales Tax Certificate (aka Seller’s Permit / Resale Certificate)
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Quick Guide: Sales Tax Certificate (aka Seller’s Permit / Resale Certificate)

Getting a sales tax certificate (aka seller’s permit) is a free, simple step that lets you buy inventory tax-free and legally collect sales tax from customers. Here’s a beginner-friendly, state-based guide so you avoid scams and get approved fast.
By Khila James • 3 min read
A Customer Threatened To Sue Me…Now What?
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A Customer Threatened To Sue Me…Now What?

Legal threats are scary — especially when you’re running your business solo. Here’s how to assess whether a customer can actually sue you, and what steps to take if they try.
By Khila James • 3 min read
Part 1: I Want to Start a Business But I Don’t Know Where to Start - The Legal Foundations
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Part 1: I Want to Start a Business But I Don’t Know Where to Start - The Legal Foundations

Starting a business isn’t just about having a great idea—it’s about laying a strong legal foundation so you don’t run into problems later.
By Khila James • 4 min read
Trademarks 101: Protect Your Brand Early
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Trademarks 101: Protect Your Brand Early

“Your brand name isn’t just a vibe — it’s property. And in business, property is power.”
By Khila James • 2 min read
LLCs 101: How to Protect Yourself and Your Business
Image credit: Photo sourced via Pinterest from @shoplani_. All rights belong to the original creator. Used here for illustrative/editorial purposes only.
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LLCs 101: How to Protect Yourself and Your Business

Why forming an LLC early shields you from personal risk and strengthens your business foundation.
By Khila James • 3 min read
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