Anthony Iannarino, author of The Only Sales Guide You'll Ever Need, shares his story of moving from hair band rocker to sales expert. He explains why honesty in sales is always the best policy and how the words you use leaves a lasting impression on a customer.

Selling online - even through a marketplace like Facebook - requires certain business permits. Learn more.

To do business in any state other than its formation state, a limited liability company must register to do business in that state; a process that's often referred to as foreign qualification.

Now is the time to evaluate your inventory, technology, and staffing needs so you will be ready for the upcoming holiday season.

For many business owners, the opening gambit for a successful holiday season is Small Business Saturday on November 26, 2016. Here's how you can capitalize on the day.

Learn how every LLC and corporation has a home state—the state where it was formed and what constitutes "doing business in another state", including what can trigger the need for foreign qualification in a different state.

Don't risk penalties, fines, and loss of your limited liability by failing to register your company in every state where it is doing business.

Virtually every business must obtain a variety of licenses, permits and registrations before opening its doors to the public. But, failure to have the necessary permits can result in fines or even force changes to your schedule for launching your business.

Nearly every business must obtain a variety of business licenses, permits and registrations to operate. And, most licenses must be renewed periodically and updated when any information about the company or the business changes. If the business expands—either to new locations or by offering new products or services—additional permits will be needed. Failure to have the necessary permits can result in fines or even a business shut-down.

Know what could change a corporation's structure, including conversions, mergers, consolidations, and asset sales.