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How to Choose the Right Registered Agent Service

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How the HR Business Can Improve Your Business

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9 Green Small Business Ideas You Can Start Today

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How to Reach Different Generations in Your Small Business Marketing

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Should Freelancers Start an LLC?

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Forming an LLP: Pros and cons

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Forming a Sole Proprietorship: Pros and cons

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Forming a C Corporation: Pros and Cons

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Foreign Qualification: Which State to Choose and Why

Foreign Qualification: Which State to Choose and Why

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Employee vs. Contractor: Everything You Need To Consider When Classifying Workers

Employee vs. Contractor: Everything You Need To Consider When Classifying Workers

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Aug 2, 2026

Learn how to classify employees and independent contractors, understand IRS tests, compare tax rules and benefits, and avoid costly misclassification penalties.


How to Get an EIN to Open a Business Bank Account

How to Get an EIN to Open a Business Bank Account

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Aug 2, 2026

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Why You Should Dissolve an Unused Business Before Year’s End

Why You Should Dissolve an Unused Business Before Year’s End

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Travis Crabtree

Aug 2, 2026

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Incorporating in Delaware: Pros, Cons, & Alternatives

Incorporating in Delaware: Pros, Cons, & Alternatives

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Kevin McGrath

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The Corporate Transparency Act Explained

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Travis Crabtree

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Why and How You Should Keep Corporate Meeting Minutes

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Carlos Serrano

Aug 2, 2026

Learn why corporate meeting minutes matter, what to include, common mistakes to avoid, and how proper records support compliance and liability protection today.

Company Suffix Requirements by State

Company Suffix Requirements by State

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Travis Crabtree

Aug 2, 2026

Explore state company suffix requirements, including approved endings, abbreviations, restricted words, and naming rules for corporations, LLCs, and nonprofits.

Certified Copies

Certified Copies

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Aug 2, 2026

Learn what certified copies are, when your business may need them, how they verify state records, and when an apostille is required for international use today.

What Is Certificate of Good Standing?

What Is Certificate of Good Standing?

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How Obtaining Business Funding Has Evolved Over the Past Decade

How Obtaining Business Funding Has Evolved Over the Past Decade

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Prepare your small business for holiday success with cash flow tips, year-end budgeting, tax planning, and strategic goals for a strong and profitable new year.

Strategic Financial Planning for Small Businesses: Preparing for the Holidays and the Year Ahead

Strategic Financial Planning for Small Businesses: Preparing for the Holidays and the Year Ahead

Catherine Cohen

Catherine Cohen

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Prepare your small business for holiday success with cash flow tips, year-end budgeting, tax planning, and strategic goals for a strong and profitable new year.

How Much Does Small Business Filing Cost?

How Much Does Small Business Filing Cost?

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Improve Business Compliance with Swyft Filings’s ComplianceGuard

Improve Business Compliance with Swyft Filings’s ComplianceGuard

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Jul 31, 2026

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EIN Requirements: What You Need To Know

EIN Requirements: What You Need To Know

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Jul 31, 2026

Learn EIN requirements, who needs one, how to apply using Form SS-4, and when a state tax ID or ITIN may also be required for your business after incorporation.

Should Airbnb Hosts Start an LLC?

Should Airbnb Hosts Start an LLC?

Kevin McGrath

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Jul 31, 2026

Learn why Airbnb hosts might form an LLC for liability protection, tax flexibility, greater privacy, stronger credibility, and long-term rental business growth.

How AI, LLMs, and MCPs Are Revolutionizing Business Formation and Compliance

How AI, LLMs, and MCPs Are Revolutionizing Business Formation and Compliance

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Discover how AI, LLMs, and MCPs are transforming business formation, registered agent services, compliance, and day-to-day operations for today's entrepreneurs.

Swyft Filings Affiliate Guide

Swyft Filings Affiliate Guide

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Alexis Harris

Jul 31, 2026

Explore Swyft Filings’ services, pricing, packages, benefits, and affiliate resources to create accurate, useful content for aspiring business owners.

How to Access Your Business Credit Score

How to Access Your Business Credit Score

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Learn how business credit scores work, where to find yours, who can access it, and practical ways to improve it before applying for financing.

About LLCs (Limited Liability Companies)

About LLCs (Limited Liability Companies)

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An LLC is a state-registered business structure providing a legal identity, asset protection, and pass-through taxation to keep your personal and business finances separate.

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How to Start a Business: A Step-by-Step Guide

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Ready to start a business? See the 8-step process, real costs, timelines, and mistakes to avoid before you register.

Sales Funnel: What It Is and Why Your Small Business Needs One

Sales Funnel: What It Is and Why Your Small Business Needs One

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What Is a DBA? A Complete Guide to Doing Business As

What Is a DBA? A Complete Guide to Doing Business As

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You want your business to have a real name. A name people can find, trust, and pay. But the paperwork seems confusing. That is where a DBA comes in.

What Is a Micro Business? Tips to Get Started

What Is a Micro Business? Tips to Get Started

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The Complete Guide to LLC Meeting Minutes

The Complete Guide to LLC Meeting Minutes

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Jul 30, 2026

LLC meeting minutes protect your limited liability and record key decisions. This guide explains why they matter and includes a simple compliance template.

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15 Common Business Models for First-Time Entrepreneurs [2026 Guide]

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Discover 15 proven business models and learn how to choose the right one to build a profitable business.

Top 10 Ways to Start Your Business and Form an LLC

Top 10 Ways to Start Your Business and Form an LLC

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Ready to start your business by forming an LLC or corporation? Starting an LLC online is simpler than ever, whether it's for a fresh idea or to grow what you have. Folks forming an LLC today seek business protection, management flexibility, and trust. Let’s explore the top 10 ways to start and LLC, create an LLC online, and navigate every step from LLC application through LLC registration. This actionable guide will help your company stand out with leading LLC formation and incorporation services.

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